05152025 OBITUARIES

Due to the volume of obituaries this week, a continuation of the obituaries are found on pages 14 and 15 in the main section of the paper.

Thursday, May 15, 2025

Funeral Service for

MATRIARCH CARMETTA JOCELYN McKENZIE-ROLLE,

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of Butler’s Way, Carmichael Road and formerly of Rolleville, Exuma, will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, 18th May, 2025 at Zion Baptist Church, East and Shirley Streets. Officiating will be Rev’d.

T.G. Morrison assisted by Rev’d. Walton Winters and other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road.

Carmetta McKenzie-Rolle is preceded in death by her daughters: Merrilyn, Ethlyn and Geneva Rolle.

Memories will forever linger in the hearts of her Only son: Nigel; grandsons: Nashon and David Rolle; Daughter-in-law: Shirley Rolle; Granddaughter-in-law: Deonya Rolle; Brother: Benjamin McKenzie; Sister-in-law: Luella McKenzie; Godchilden: Naomi Curtis, Adrenamae (Neta) Rolle, Laroda Collie; Adopted children: Luella McPhee, Vandamae Rolle, Nathea “Lil Missionary” Taylor, Charlene Smith, Snovakia Watson, Zhyon Neely, Winston Barr, Jennifer Ward, Jackie Pople-Duncombe, Theresa Jones, Dr. Carlos and Mrs. Loretta Thomas, Cherylee Pinder, Clement Penn, Nia Cartwright, Rev. Carolyn and Dec. John Rolle, Sharon Seymour. Razado McPhee, Leonardo Dean, Santino Maycock, Keishla Knowles, Kaye Ward, Ivylyn Cassar, Mildred Murphy, Hope Shelley-Ann Ratliffe, Elaine Smith, Kim ClarkGibson, Nadia Storr, Sergio Hanna, Terez McKenzie, Theresa Deleveaux, Nioshi Taylor, Kayvon Collie, Shervin McPhee, Kayvanno McPhee, Kira Smith and Brittney Goffe; Nieces: Margaret Woodside, Betty Cabrel, Jane Williams, Daphanie, Marjorie Brendalee, Gladys, Rowena, Katrina, Berthamae, Vandalyn, Shanique, Sherry and Maxine McKenzie, Violet Higgs, Brendalee Munroe, Hannah and Joan McPhee, Lucille Rolle, Aretha White, Vernita, Ericka and Alfreka Rolle, Maria Darling, Rubylee Thompson, Nyoka Adderley, Hazel Knowles, Dorolyn Rolle, Mildred Darville, Loranna, Fairlyn Rolle, Fredericka Bethel, Etoyl Rolle, Jennifer Miller, Dellarese McPhee, Theresa Elliot, Susan Carey, Freda and Patrice Rolle, Henrietta McKenzie, Enamae Wright, Sandra Mortimer, Eleanor McCoy, Mag Williams and Betty Mae Armbrister; Nephews: Iramond Rolle, Alonza McPhee Jr. Franklyn, Reginald Jr., Nigel, Douglas, Allen, Amos and Tyrone, Rudy, Lincoln. Johnathan Jr, Jeffery, Gladstone, Russly, Kendal, Alfred, Vencil, Elijsha, Elijah, Godfrey (Rochester New York), Donovan and Cardinal McKenzie, Eleazar, Adrian and Valentino Rolle, Hervis Rolle, Reginald and Hasting Campbell, Dwight, Jethro and David Knowles, Stanley and Lincoln Rolle, Kevin Higgs and Randolph Williams; Other Relatives and Friends: Shirley Williams, Idell Rolle, Rev. Douglas Rolle and family Lavern Rolle and Family, Lillian B. Rolle, Rev. Leon Williams, Oralia Bowe, Pamela Rolle-Storr, Denise Hinzey, Suzie Rolle, Leah Rolle, Gertiel Moxey, Natasha McPhee, Kimberly Rolle, Quentin Rolle, Debbie Anne Rolle and Robert Rolle, Sharon Thompson, Anthony Romer, Miriam Gray, Judy Rolle, Elsie McKenzie, Annismae and Ken Sands, Francina Nixon, Maureen Musgrove, Hanna Brice, Beryl Morris, Fairlyn Smith, Sylvia McKenzie, Elaine Smith, Minnie Rolle, Estella Rolle, Delores Ward, Jaynna Ward and Jamal Ferguson, Brittney and Gerrad Lightbourne, Noelle Scott, Mae Morton, Shavon Lucus, Cheryl Chea, Cyprianna McSweeny, Betty Cox, John Wayne, Keejo Johnson, Ghandi Pinder, Rev. Charles E. Rolle, Rev John Rolle, Alice Rolle, Evangeline Ingraham, Godfrey Rolle, Ivan Bowe, Maybeline Hemmings, Patricia Brown, Rev. Adam & Minister Margaret Brown and the Ebenezer Union Baptist Church Family, Rev. Ivan & Sis. Joanne

Butler and the Kemp Road Ministries Family, Rev. Terrance G. & Sis. Royanne Morrison and the Zion Baptist Church Family, Rev. Rickeno Moncur, Rev Huether Rolle and the Salem Union Baptist Church Family, Rev. Garth Rolle, Rev. Christopher Roberts, Rev. Ricardo Symonette, and the Freedom Temple Church, Rev. Lynden & Sis. Carlis Clarke Family, Rev. E. Randy & Sis. Jackie Frazier, Bishop Trent Davis and the Golden Gates Outreach Ministry Family, Rev. Frank and Katie Clarke, Deacons Lorraine Moss, Josephine Parker, Yvette Coakley, Bethsheba Stuart, Ella Johnson and Joanne Pyfrom, Eugenia Thurston, Kathleen Gardiner, Sadie Wallace, Dianne Turnquest and the Sunday Morning Breakfast Team, Zion East & Shirley, Dorcas and Paula Rolle, Latasha and Tameko Allen, Linzey Taylor and Family, Bill McPhee and Family, Judith Reece, Eldora, Susan and Linamae Stuart, Judymae Earns, Rosaile Taylor, General and Audrey Taylor. Lynette Smith, Edithmae Taylor, Alice and Mae Munnings, Lenora Williams, Jason Anderson, Willie Hart, Audley Rolle, Melvenia and Olive McPhee, Janeen Curtis, Michelle Cartwright, Krishna Rolle, Astrid Bodie, Sherry Rolle, Gloria “Glo” Taylor, Christine Smith-Munroe, Nadine Rolle, Kendal Deleveaux, Rokeno Johnson. Chavanda, Unel McKenzie, Keith Cleare, Garth Johnson, Monica Rolle, Ruth Flowers and Family, Jestina Neely, Sue Rolle-Gray, Katherine McKenzie and Family, Devon Boston and Family, Jasmin Jones-Collie, Marguerite Turnquest, Carolyn McKenzie, Beryl Morris, Nellie McPhee, Mary Ann Sands, Derry Ferguson, Annette Burrows-Bain, Mary Culmer, Rashad Bain, Natasha Curtis, Stacia Bowe, Astrid Bodie, Thina Sturrup & Family, Joycelyn Ceus & Family, Neely Family, Wayde Moncur and Kelson Roberts, The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Philip Brave & Mrs. Ann Marie Davis, Mrs. Ruby Ann Darling (Deputy Governor General), The Hon. J. LaShell Adderley, President of the Senate, Her Excellency, Leslia Brice, Hon. Pia Glover-Rolle, Mr. & Mrs. Shannadon Cartwright, Chief Justice Joyann Ferguson-Pratt, Dr. Rodlyn Malcom-Rolle, Harry Strachan and Family, Larry Adderley, April Turner, Shavon Lucus, Joann Boyd, Princess Blyden, Ricardo Thompson, Chavanda, King David Lodge, Margaret Jolly, Patrons of Carmetta’s Hat Boutique, Marketing Department of Bahamasair, the Armed Robbery & Criminal Investigation Departments of the Royal Bahamas Police Force and the entire community of Rolleville, Stuart Manor and Barreterre, Exuma.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Saturday, 17th May, 2025 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and at the church on Sunday, 18th May, 2025 from 12:30 p.m. until service time

Death Notice for REV. DR. KENNETH ASHTON HUGGINS, 90

of Sparrow Close, Winton Meadows and formerly of St. John’s Parish, Nevis, WI, died at his residence on Tuesday, 6th May, 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Vivienne Huggins; son: Neil Anthony Huggins; grandchildren: Taneilsha and Nehemiah Huggins; brothers: Weston and Dr. Eustace Huggins; and a host of other relatives and friends

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date

IONA PAULETTE STUBBS née PEDICAN,

Death Notices for JOANN MARGARET MAJOR, 81

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of Belfort Avenue, Bel-Air Estates and formerly of The Bluff, Eleuthera, died at Doctors Hospital on Thursday, 8th May, 2025.

She is survived by her husband: David Stubbs; daughters: Krystal, Davette, Yadira and Davida Stubbs and Ericka Johnson; sons: Davon Stubbs and Lynn Butler; grand children: Logan Butler, Kaitlin Moxey, Kayzell Stubbs, Jevon and Eden Williams, Davon Moncur, D’Shawn Holmes, Mary, Samiyah and Emiah Hudson Jr.; sisters: Barbara Pedican, Margaret Parks and Lady Madlynn Kelly; brothers: Wendall and Richard Pedican; aunt: Theodosia Dorsett; uncle: Erskine Hutcheson; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date

of Strachan’s Alley and Perth Street, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, 12th May, 2025.

She is survived by her husband: Paul Major; daughters: Gina Dorsette, Inga Bostwick and Tennessee Bowe; daughter-in-law: Dineka Burrows; sons: Dillon Burrows, Richard Fawkes and Paul Major; son-in-law: Fr. Deangelo Bowe; grandchildren: Petra and Peter Marshall, Ashaki Gibson, Ya’lann Coakley, Shelby and Malik Dorsette, Donre Hollingsworth, Brittney Burrows, Dilynne and Nicolas Burrows, Kymani Bowe, Paris, Parisian and Zion Major; sister: Brenda Bowe; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Services for

RELANDO JEFFERSON “Magic” DEAN, 42

of Taylor Street, will be held at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Madeira Street, on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Fr. Junior Calixte will officiate. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Relando was pre-deceased by, his Parents: Olvest Dulcio & Jacqueline Dean; and Mother-in-law: Brenda Rodney.

Left to mourn fond memories are his, Wife: Charleese Dean. Father-in-law: Charles Watson. Sisters: Karisma Dean, Shanae Dean, Michelle Dulcio, Guerland Dulcio, Lybie Lu Dulcio-Forrester, Shavest Dulcio-Brotherston, Javeste Dulcio & Mirian Dulcio and many others. Brothers: Roosevelt Dulcio, Olvest Dulcio Jr., Olvin Dulcio, Rodin Dulcio, Orville Dulcio, Anthony Dean, Micheal Bullard, Olvino Thelusmar, Olano Thelusmar, Dario Williams, Jovest Dulcio, Dorben Pierre-Louis and Ernest Schettini. Uncles: Odilon and Ciceron Dulcio. Brothers-in-law: Adrien André, Charles Watson, Charlton Williamson and Andread Forrester. Nieces: Stephanie Bullard, Anthonique Dean, Caylee Knowles, Makia Bowels, Orliyah Dulcio, Omiah Dulcio, Oliyah Thelusmar, Vania Thelusmar, Oliysha Thelusmar, K’helani Brown, Cynthia André, Melissa André, Adriana André, Rachelle Cadet & many more. Nephews: Daniel André, Alexandre André, Micheal Harrison, Enrico Fritzgerald, Anthony Dean Jr., Jabarri Wilson, Ma’khari Knowles, Orville Dulcio Jr., Gino Avilma, Ontonio Johnson, Orico Thelusmar, Ovanno Thelusmar, Jelano Thelusmar, Olano Theusmar Jr. & Olvino Thelusmar Jr., Evans Cadet, Robert Taylor, Santana Izard, Isaiah Gauither, Rodin Monperimer & many more. Cousins: Karine Pean Alcime, Mimlynn Dulcio-Jean, Rosemene Dulcio Saint-Fluer, Nekita Dulcio, Marguerite Dulcio Louis Jeune, Duguay Dulcio, Laroche Dulcio & Larosa Dulcio and many more. Other Relatives & Friends Including: The Families of Enrico Fitzgerald, Joanna Edwards, Joanna Brown, Jodine Woodside, Nesly Philias, The Rolle Avenue, The Bike Life, Music Makers Junkanoo Group, Thermoset, Atlantic Roofing, Sharan Bastian, Alfredo Destamar, Sherline Bonimy, Centerville Constituency, Sharon Aranah, Keva Smith, Jonell Ferguson, Jonell Ferguson, D. W. Davis Class of 1999, Bryan Morley, The Rahming, Culmersville, Selena Mack, Arvin & Anton Green, Stevie, Quincy Thompson, Raymond Larramore, Micheal Williams, Myles LaRoda, Sean “Storm”Davis, Frantz Ferguson, Charles Bullard, Chris Stroud, One Tune Riders. Special Thanks: Roosevelt Dulcio, words cannot express our gratitude, we are profoundly grateful for your generous support for your brother. Grace Funeral Home, Larry McPhee & Ricardo Lockhart & The Music Makers, we appreciate your time, guidance and help during this home-going.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral Home, #36 Rosetta Street, on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday at the Church from 10:00 a.m. until service time

ROSOLYN DAVIS, 69

of Karl Road, will be held at Kemp Road Ministries, Kemp Road, on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Ivan F. Butler, Sr., assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel will officiate. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Soldier Road.

She is survived by, two (2) Brothers: David Davis and Levoyn Gibson Sr.; four (4) Sisters: Lauretta Smith, Jennie Mae Mathurin (Cuthbert), Vanria Gibson and Virginia Bowe (Richard Sr.); Aunts: Avis Wray, Betty Young, Annabelle Knowles’ family, Jestina Russell’s family, Patsy Evans’ family, Jennie Davis’ family; Uncles: Sharon Storr, Daniel Kemp’s family and Harcourt Davis’ family; Nephews: Anton Smith (Shenique), Levoyn Gibson Jr., Chadwick Davis, Anwar Smith, Andrew Smith, Christopher Mathurin (Helen), Audric Gibson, Christian Mathurin and Lavaughnte Gibson; Nieces: Monica Darville-Martinez, Alexis Cartwright, Jasmine Williams (Dane), Chrystal Mathurin, Faith Gibson and Shenika Gibson; Grand Nephews: Tafari Gibson, Enimsaj Williams, Josiah Whymns, Kaileb Gibson, Chad Davis, and Christopher Davis; Grand Nieces: Samiya Sands, Grace Smith, Tatyana Williams, Daniella Williams, Zoey Foster and Amira Smith; Cousins, including: Wendell Seymour & Family, Deborah Ifrene (Louis) & Family, Harry Strachan (Kelly) & Family, Bernadette Forbes (O’Brien) & Family, Stephen Strachan (Charlotte) & Family, Bradley Cooper (Ethrice) & Family, Kalesa Simmons (Dr. Kevin Simmons) & Family, Tina Allen, Keva Gibbs, Kevin Gibbs, Bethsheba Gibbs (Nathaniel) & Family, Farouk Taylor (Lynette) & Family, Sharad Young (Sharanda) & Family, Sharith Storr Ferguson, Thea Storr Knowles, Psyhe Rolle, Dwight Rolle, Maria Deleveaux’s family and Lydia Adderley’s family; Other Family & Friends, including: Rosalie Foulkes, Charlene Smith, Zelma Albury & Family, Latonya Rolle, Beth-Sheba Davis, Estella Gibson, Pastor Ivan F. Butler, Jr. & Family, Members of Kemp Road Ministries, Sons and Daughters of the Bahamas State Association of Elks, Dr. Levard Roberts, Dr. Elsa Wilson, Dr. Fredrick Smith, P.M.H. Dialysis Unit, Ali McIntosh, Claridge Road Community.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral Home, #36 Rosetta Street, on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday at the Church from 9:00 a.m. until service time

Funeral Service for

LEONARDO AMEINANDO McINTOSH, 47

of Fox Hill Road, North, will be held at Southland Cathedral Global Ministries, Soldier Road, on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Dr. Sheena Moss, assisted by Pastor Anastacia Rolle and other Ministers of the Gospel will officiate. Interment will follow in Old Trail Cemetery, Soldier Road.

Precious memories are held in the hearts of, his loving and devoted Wife: Chelsey McIntosh; Daughter: Serenity McIntosh; Grandparents: Anthea McIntosh and James Ferguson; Sisters: Valerie Mitchell, Raquel Rolle, Denika McIntosh and Anastacia Rolle; Brothers: Dennis Turnquest, Jamal and Kareem Rolle; Nieces: Valia Mitchell, Rosaria Jones, Sarah Brown and Kentisha Clarke; Nephews: Dewayne Grant, Taharka Harrison, Carter & Cayden Christie, Adrian & Amari Mitchell, Lameko Dickenson, and Vincent Sawyer; Grand Nieces: Royalty, Adrinae and Danae; Aunts: Jacqueline Lewis (Thomas), Pastor Donna Johnson and Shelly Turnquest; Uncles: Croftin, Leroy, (Desire), Barry (Selma), Carroll (Dedrey) and Carl (Charmaine) McIntosh; Sister-In-Law: Natasha Sands; Brothers-In-Law: Wellington, Franklyn and Bernard Brown; Cousins: Malissa Coakley, Ava Symonette, Tomika Lewis, Mason & Madsion Miller, Alicia Wilson, Tomeia & Tre Lewis, Carla Stubbs, Koen & Kristen Turner, Camille Rolle, Jurich Taylor, Rashek McIntosh, Samantha & Kamryn Johnson, Nathalie McIntosh, Josephine Capron (Micheal), Dondesha Delevaux, Donavin Miller, Aiden, Jaden & Shania Clarke, Aquelton & Shaqayua Davis, Yainderia Mcintosh-Woodside, Racheal & Robert Johnson, Jason McIntosh, Stephen, Sheldon & Steffan Turnquest, Shandia & Kristen McIntosh, Chad Fernander, Kewin Whyms, Barry McIntosh Jr., Barrinique McIntosh, Niechelle, Alethia McIntosh, Malaya & Malik McIntosh, Prophet Frederick Moxey, Lemar McIntosh, Wallace, Charlotte McIntosh & Family, Jodi & Leonardo Joseph. Other Relatives and Friends, including: The Entire Baker Boys Family, Kennedy Medical Center, The Big Yard Family, Best of the Best, 3 Brothers Bar, Atlantis Paradise PITDA Security, Little Feet Academy, Mr. & Mrs. Darling, Lottie, The Entire BBPMI Family, Deno Webster, Davaughn “ Kaykay” Gibson, Jamal Hanna, Tristan, Carley, Jeronamo Ellis, Step Ahead, Nassau Domino League, Lavern & Family, Swaby’s Printing, Smart Choice, Sticky’s, Elder Wendell G. Dean II, Helen, Bonnie, Ivadell Walkine, Leotha & Stacey Smith, Mr. Rocks, Bently, JJ, Reka, Morley, Derick & Family, Joe Cunningham & Family, One

Family Junkanoo Group, Rita & Gaston, Grace Funeral Home; and many others too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral Home, #36 Rosetta Street, on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday at the Church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice for

WALLON LEROY THOMAS RUSSELL, 57

of Cowpen Road, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, May 5th, 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Iova Russell; One (1) Son: Derick Russell; Three (3) Daughters: Walniecia (Franklyn) Gibson, Shaniqua and Bryanah Russell; One (1) Sister: Cleopatra (Francis) Obeng; Three (3) Brothers: Addington (Ann), Basil (Nicole) and Troy Bodie; Two (2) Grandchildren: J’Lin and Jhené Gibson; One (1) Aunt: Geneva Miller; numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date

Death Notice for LISA ANNETTE ROBERTS, 62

of Bahama Palm Shores, Abaco, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, May 13th, 2025.

She is survived by her Husband: William Roberts; Mother: Anita Russell; one (1) Sister: Donnita Russell; one (1) Brother: Richard Russell; one (1) Niece: Ashley Pryce; two (2) Uncle: Larry (Sylvia) Russell and Neville Bethel; five (5) Sisters-in-law: Esther Bethel, Mary Newbold, Helen Tynes, Ivy Carey and Una Lowe; five (5) Brothers-in-law: Telford, Percival Jr., Philip, Michael & Christopher Roberts and Jeffery Allen; numerous grandnephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date

Funeral Service for Harriette Vandolyn Sands, 86

will be held at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Rock Sound, Eleuthera, Bahamas on Saturday, May 17th, 2025, at 11:00am. Officiating will be Bro. William Johnson.

Left to cherish her beautiful memories are her, Beloved Children: Catherine Sands, Patrice (Sean Sr.) Symonette, Deborah (Raymond) Thurston, Vaneissa (Antonio) Santiago, James ‘Boosie’ Hall, Sandra Sands (Stepdaughter), Joyann Claridge; Grandchildren: Jahamal Hall, Dr. Rhea (Dr. Tamal) Carroll, Nakeisha (Bertram Jr.) Rolle, Jody, Javon, James Jr., Jarvis (Brittany) Hall, Sean Jr. & Savio Symonette, Kevanna (Duran) Rolle. Kevin (Natalia) Sands Santiago, Rashan (Brandon) Lamm, Taurean (Candice), Teran, Joshua, Travad (Judith) Thurston; Sisters: Margaret (Barrymore) Ward, Merlease (Carl) Bethel, Marionette Hall, Elvetta Sands, De-lona Hurwitz; Brother: Robert (Rosalyn) Sands; Nieces: Lakeise, Barisse & Bari Ward, Robyn & Charese Sands, Garnetta Brown, Ednamae Rolle, Kayla Ferguson, Melva Hall, Shanda Farrington, Shanette & Dellarease Ferguson, Deanna Sands, Melanie Symonette, Denise Sullivan, Laura Horton; Nephews: Devon Horton, Dwayne & Shane Sands, Adrian ‘Craig’, Johnny, Andy, & Shawn Hall, Bradley Ferguson, Selvin Ferguson & Julian Fernander; Great Grands: Jahleel Hall, Nadiyah & Kameah Rolle, Ava Symonette, Amber Hall, Durae & Durante Rolle, Liam & Lucas Carroll, Teran Jr. & Taryn Thurston. Other Relatives and Friends: Patricia, Monica & Gretchen Saunders, Larry & Debbie Sawyer, William & Margaret Johnson, Christopher & Tammy Rahming, Tanya Pinder & Family, Eddie Minnis & Family, Pete & Cheryl Fox, Olga Thompson & Family, Michelle Leary & Family, Dee Deal & Family, Stephen & Marie Galanis, Leroy Taylor & Family, Mrs. Claudia Sands & Family, Warren Knowles & Family, The Family of the late Uncle Junior Brown, Angie Rankin & Family, Mizpah Major & Family, Marvin Arthur & Family, Hensley Johnson, Ms. E. Hall & Family, Marco & Pedro Bethel & Family, Laverne Bridgewater & Family, Shelly Bethel, Sabrina Sweeting & Family, Wallace Sineus, Judd Sands, Dana Watson, Clayton Garfield & Family, Darren Johnson & Family, Jude Evans, Deborah Claridge & Family, Lilly Nixon & Family, Walton Cooper & Family, Brenda Hall & Family, Evan Gibson & Family, Ken & Yvonne Dean, Lashan Pyfrom, Janet Horton, Hazel Sands & Family, Jack Hilton & Family, Larry Sands & Family, Saunders Family, Helen Davis & Family, Bonnie Leary & Family, Phil Sands & Family, Ricky Taylor & Family, Sherwin Tynes & Family, Erma Sands & Family, The Knowles Family, The Moxey Family, Ken & Clemen Hall, Patrice Thompson & Family, Ms. Shondra Leary, Mrs. Net Carey & Family, Nassau Congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses and North Eleuthera Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Friend and Family can pay their respects on Friday at the Kingdom Hall and on Saturday from 8am until service time.

Funeral Service For

Granville Anthony McKenzie, 80

a resident of Cordia Crest, Foxdale Subdivision, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Barraterre, Exuma, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 17th, 2025, 2:00pm at the St Pauls’ Baptist Church, Bernard Road, Fox Hill. Officiating will be Bishop J. Carl Rahming assisted by Reverend George Bodie. Interment will follow in the Fox Hill Cemetery, Fox Hill Road.

Left to cherish his precious memories are his wife: Joan McKenzie; children: Kimberley Newbold, Sean & Alex (deceased) Constance, Deon, Darren McKenzie; son-in-law: Chief Petty Officer Andre Newbold Sr.; grandchildren: Jovardo Thompson (deceased) Lynardo, Deonte, Deron, Dekari, Nathan, Santino, Tashaun, Aaliyah, Alexia, Felicity McKenzie, Shakeva & Shavon Bethel, Jadin Albury, Kaandra, Andre Jr., Anton, Deandre, Kaiden Newbold, Darion Smith and Shantivia Bain; great grandchildren: David Nicholas Jr., Jovardo Jr. and Skylar Thompson, Theon Hall Jr., Deangelo Jr. & Amari Powell, Walter Young III, Nikai Bethel, Richard & Richanti Hall, Ronae Williams; brother: Roylston McKenzie; sisters: Sharon & Lisa McKenzie, Maxine Poitier; nephews: Ricardo Johnson, Charles Smith, Antonio McKenzie, Nado, Theo, Mando, Fredo Poitier, Shawn and Andrew McKenzie, Antoine Pollard, Amad McKenzie; nieces: Brenda Cooper, Beverley Rolle, Tiffany Johnson, Tiffany Blanch, Shenese Rigby, Bridgette McKenzie, Royanne Cartwright, Brittney McKenzie, Laquinta Curry, Theodata Armbrister, Michelle Johnson; grand nieces & nephews: Dr. Keino Johnson of Pennsylvania, Deangelo Mayor of Pittsburg, Marquese McKenzie, Angela Davis, Sherelle Morgan of Atlanta Ga, Sonovia and Larry Albury, Dominic Johnson, Alexander and Alexandria McKenzie, Gisadora Johnson,

Rashad Woodside, Jamal Rolle and Relio Deal; great grand niece: Isadora Johnson (Ricardo Johnson Daughter); cousins and other relatives and friends including: Rosita Whiting of Arizona, Nita Barnes of Sarasota, Margaret of Miami Fl, Vernie & Earl Comarcho & family, Dale Pinder & family, Paget Collins family, Ernastine Douglas & family, Metherean Johnson & family of Ft. Lauderdale,

Marvin & Nikki Comarcho & Family, I.C.U Doctors and Nurses Mortimer, Lavern Gray & Family Dr. J. Carl Rahming & Family, Marilyn Dean & Family, Margret & Charles Mortimer, Minister Irene & Bishop Stanley Ferguson & Family, Her Majesty Prison and Fox-dale Family and a host of other relatives and friends, too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Heritage Memorial Mortuary #20 Claridge Road on Friday from 11:00am until 4:00pm and at the Church on Saturday from 1:00pm until service time.

Death Notice For

Denice Monique Brown, 50

a resident of Cordeaux Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, May 9th, 2025.

She is survived by her husband: Gregory Brown; mother: Evangelist Berris Williams; brothers: Rosald William Jr.; Harcourt, Stephan, McGyver, Andrew and Arthur Fife Williams; sisters: Debbie, Lisa and Fredricka Williams-Hanna; mother-in-law: Shirley Brown; brothers-in-law: Charles Hanna of Ft Lauderdale, Florida, Jeffrey, Tyrone, Shawn, Tavares and Andy Brown; sisters-in-law: Ava Lowe, Patrice, Portia, Lillian, Cora; nephews including: Ashton, Kevin, Charles Jr, McGyver Jr.; nieces including: Shameka, Ashley, Eugenia, Norine, Stephanek and McKayah; grandnephews: Armani and Kevin Jr.; grandnieces: Angel, Amayah and Kevanek; uncles: Anthony Munnings and Oris Strachan; aunts: Anitta Williams, Zorian Munnings, Mildred Duncombe, Predencil Strachan, Violet, Marilyn and Laverne Grant; grandaunt: Mathilda Woodside and a host of other relatives and friends

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service for

DAREKA LAVETTE DEAN, 43

of Mildred Avenue, Carmichael Road, Nassau, Bahamas, will be held on Sunday, May 18th, 2025, at 10:00a.m. at Living Faith Seventh-day Adventist Church, Old Trail Road, Nassau Bahamas. Officiating will be held by Pastor Leonard Rahming, Assisted by Other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Gladstone Road, Nassau, Bahamas.

Left to cherish her memories are, Daughters: Bethsheba Gibson, Glenreka Woodside; Brother: Superintendent Clinton Dean; Sisters: Donique Johnson and Decia Dean, Adopted Brother: Stanley Renaud; Adopted Sisters: Christa Thurston, Thomacena Stubbs, Tina Bodie and Tameka Kerr; Brother-In-law: Lynden Johnson, Kendal Brooks Sr.; Sister-in-law: Schequell Dean; Aunts: Ruth Campbell, Janet Wright, Joan Roberts, Leslie Robinson, Stepanie Weir, Vernita Dean and Maxine Julien; Uncles: Charles Weir, William Robinson, Tyrone and Oscar Dean, Henry Johnson; Grand Aunt: Merlene Gilbert, Nephews: Sargent Kendal Brooks II (Stacia Brooks), Lynden and Lynron Johnson, Anthony Watson, Adiami Bovey, Basil Saunders and Justyn Stevenson, Nieces: Daneisha Brooks, Clinique, Clineisha and Clinae Dean, Lynique Johnson, Ant’quell Watson and Chelsea Babb; Grand Nephews: Kendal Brooks III, Travez and Travon Rahaming, Joshua Anderson, Grand Nieces: Kendia, Kennedy and Kyrie Brooks, Chastinque Dean; Great Grand Niece: Carlaya Duverney, Cousins: Donald, Dwayne, Glen, Darnette,Theophillis, Joshua, Denise, Jason, Asp Daryl, Omar, Cleomi, Charles Jr., Christopher and Rashard Weir, Cathy Miller, Lionel Evans, Desiree Bain, Shawnell Marshall, Shawn Johnson, Jackie Zonicle, Cheryl Whylly, Esther Newton, Denise Finely, Kayla Edgecombe, Dwight and Carl Campbell, Lashanta Dugay, Cutell Heastie, Janell Brennen, Taja, Cherisse, Khalid and Lydia Wright, Abner, Chiniqua, Tito and Renae Roberts, Carla Taylor, Leslyn and Brian Bethel, Lisa Robinson, D’Angelo, Shayne and Ashton Dean, Monique Robinson, Brenda Clarke, Victoria McKenzie, Delma Ferguson, Kashannise Hanna, Anthony Rolle II and John Minns, God Children: Eve Burrows, Symphony Huyler and Kate’Lynn Chea Long Term Friends: Yordrique and Willow Strachan-Pierre, Crystal Sweeting, Krystal Burrows, Naj Fowler, Roxanne Stewart, Latonya Kelly, Leona Medows, Antoinette Lewis, Maria Grant and Shakia Smith, Numerous other relatives and Friends: Barbra Dorsette, Edna Newbold, Estella Mackey, Yvonne Styles, Esther Swan, Racheal Dawson, Princess Gilbert, Launa Butler, Tony, Jerrad, Mannie, John, Derek, William and Glen Rolle, Miriam Curling, Dudley Forbes, Vernita and Linda Morley, JoDean, Rosemary Johnson, Eleanor and Christine Pennerman, Mark Strachan and Family, The Weir, Rolle, Clarke and McDonald family, Thelma Johnson and Family, Dellarese Edgecombe and family, Ida Roberts and Family, Kirlean Davis and Family, Pretta Gibbs and Family, Coolimae Francis and family, Jackie Glinton and family, the Newton family,

Shaniqua Bowleg, Angela Symonette, Kirk Thompson, Dereco Major, Apostle Quebelle Martin and family, Blanche and Earla Moss, Author McDonald, Aveda Samuels, The Dean, Gilbert, Minns, Maura and Family, The Ferguson family, Portia Newman, Carmelta Barnes, Shandera Smith, Lathera McKenzie, Randy, Shannon and Shawn Thurston, Vashti Russell, Donna Woodside and Family, Karen Rahaming and family, Vanita Pratt and family, Melanie Fowler, Shirley Coakley, Dorith Rolle, Dr. Kevin Moss and family, Pastor John Carey and Family, Pastor Leonardo Rahming and family, Elder Damastus and family, Sis. Carla Roach and family, Bro. Lewis and family, Sis. Meadows and family, Sis. Pearl, Sis. Sturrup, Sis. Munroe and family, Sis. Pratt and Family, Sis. Thelma Miller, Nikita Cash and family, Sis. Beverly, Sis. Tamika, Philidelphia SDA Church family, Tericita Cooper, Latoya Laing, Nadia Williams and family, Dominica Cash, The Staff, Management and Parnters at Graham Thompson and Co., The Ministry of Health Security Team, The staff at the Elizabeth Estates Clinic, The Staff at The Genral Post Office, Capital House family, Roger and the Wilson Barber Shop family.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace!

Please forgive us if we inadvertently excluded your name. We thank everyone for your prayers and support during this time.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects in the “Rudolph Pratt Memorial Suite” at Amethyst Memorial, #534 East Street South (opposite Fresh Auto Car Lot) on Saturday, May 17th, 2025, from 10:00a.m to 4:00p.m.

Death Notice for

DEIDRE MAE BRAYNEN,

47

of Frasier Allotment, Soldier Road, passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital on May 12th, 2025.

She is survived by her Mother: Prescola Coakley, Sisters: Othamae, Nickiesha Braynen, Sarah Moss, Yoga Laroda, Aniska Curtis, Oprah Brown, Buelah Coakley, Peggy Basden, Debbie Knowles, Denise Armbrister, Shamarize Lewis, Raquel Beneby, Brothers: Lance, Teddy, Willano, Stephen, Bradley, Leo William Jr. and Billy Braynen; Significant Other: Stanron Cooper; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Sean D. Pratt-L.F.D&E

C.E.O

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IRA PAUL GRANT, 41

of Harry Close, Carmichael Road, passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, May 8th, 2025.

He is predeceased by his Mother: Rowena Grant.

He is survived by his Father: Ira Grant Sr.; Sons: Zarkie and Zack Knowles, Ira Grant III, Micah Dames; Daughter: Camaya Cash; Sisters: Alissa Frazier and Ebony Grant; Brother: Shaquiel Grant; Grandparents: Gloria and Hubert Grant; Special friend: Tameka Johnson; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

of #49 Hay Street, who died at the Princess Margaret on Saturday, May 10th, 2025.

He is survived by his Parents: Jamal Maycock Sr. and Shakera Johnson; Sisters: Jasmine Archer and Rodricka Johnson; Brother: Jermaine Maycock; Grandparents: Ilona Johnson, Leslie Johnson, Brendalee Munroe and Lemuel Maycock; Nieces: Andresha

Taylor and Arianna Taylor; Nephew: Amair Meadows; 4 Aunts, 8 Uncles and a host of other relatives and friends.

Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends.

Official Memorial Service For

RT. HON. JOHN HENRY BOSTWICK, C. B., K. C.

was born on May 3, 1939 and passed away on May 3, 2025 – his 86th birthday.

The Official Memorial Service will be conducted at Christ Church Cathedral, George Street, Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be The Rt. Rev’d Laish Z. Boyd, B.Z. D.D. Bishop of The Diocese of The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos, The Very Rev’d Harry Bain, Dean and Rector, assisted by Rev’d Fr. John Pinder Assit. Curate and Rev’d Fr. Eric A. A. Miller Assoc. Priest.

He is survived by his wife the Rt. Hon. Dame Janet G. Bostwick, CB, DBE; His children: Margo BostwickGrant, Kelley Bostwick-Toote, Lisa Bostwick-Dean and John H. Bostwick II and their spouses Fr. Stephen Grant, Godfrey Toote and Brent Dean; and, Manjit Pawar. His grandchildren: Alexander Grant, Aria Grant, Stephanie Grant, John H. Bostwick, III and Victor Dean. His great grandchildren: Zechariah Grant and Anna Grant. Family members and friends

that are far too numerous to list but we wish to specially mention: Marlon Bostwick, Damon Bostwick, Wayne Bostwick, Jonathan Bostwick, Rev. T. G. Morrison, Anthony Bostwick, Edward Bostwick, Sonja Bostwick and Berne Wright who all came and visited with him at his bedside; Henry Dean and Keith Mason who called regularly to check up on him; his doctors: Dr. Agreta Eneas, Dr. Robin Roberts and Dr. Duane Sands; his physiotherapist: Shamir Rolle; his nieces, nephews and cousins; his church families at Christ the King Anglican Church and Christ Church Cathedral; the past and present staff of Bostwick and Bostwick; his golf partners; the Lunch Bunch; the McDonald’s breakfast crew; his FNM colleagues and the many persons that he uplifted and who called him dad as he filled that role in their lives. A very special mention must be made of his caregivers Elsa Richardson and Mary McFarlane.

He was predeceased by his parents Edmund and Maud Arlene Bostwick and all of his brothers and sisters –namely, Bernard Bostwick, Vernell Bostwick-McKinney, Allan Bostwick, Urban Bostwick, Leona Knowles Buxton, Charles Bostwick, George (Will) Bostwick, Alfred Bostwick, Leroy Bostwick, Eugene Bostwick and Maude Lightborne and their respective spouses.

The body will lie in state on Thursday, (today), May 15, 2025 in the Senate from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Funeral attendees are advised that parking will be available at the lower gardens of Government House. Shuttle services will be provided to Christ Church Cathedral.

The service will be livestreamed via the following link: https://youtube.com/live/yewuNokdNsU?feature=share.

Funeral Service entrusted to Butlers’ Funnel Home & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets.

Funeral Service For

CHARLOTTA ESTACIES RAHMING, 87

a resident of Winton Meadows, and formerly of Berrys, Long Island who passed peacefully at her residence on Sunday, 11th May, 2025, will be held on Saturday, 17th May, 2025. Memorial Service commencing at 10:30 a.m. and Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Shirley Street, Nassau. Officiating will be Fr. Noel Clarke and Fr. Devereaux King. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

She is predeceased by her loving husband of 49 years, Charles Lindbergh Rahming, her beloved father Norman Michael Cartwright and her mother Irene Cartwright.

She is survived by her Five Daughters: Anne (Leon) Taylor, Joan (John) Dilworth, Shirley (Terry) Girling, Evangeline (David) Rahming-Watson and Lucia (Richard) Broughton; Three Sons: Hammond (Lelawattee (Asha)) Rahming, Dr. Charles (Patrice) Rahming and Andre Rahming; Seventeen Grandchildren: Jon (Tia) Taylor, Robert Taylor, Roger Taylor, Amanda (Federico) Martinolich, Christopher Dilworth, Adam Girling,

Ryan Girling, David Watson, Crystal (Shalom) Dutey, Nicholas Rahming, Anjozel (Geoffrey) Brown, Alexandra Rahming, Amelia Rahming, Aidan Rahming, Johanna Broughton, Francesca Broughton and Richard Broughton III; Six Great-grandchildren: Alexander, Iroh and Zelda Taylor, Zara and Aria Dutey and Jacob O’Brien; Four Sisters-in-law: Thelma Brice, Hortence Rahming, Mary (Winston) Hanna and Elva Rahming; One Aunt: Carolyn Adderley; numerous nieces and nephews including Margaret Cartwright, Paul and Gilly Brice, Agnes Rahming, Marilyn Rahming, Lauren Rahming, Oral Rahming, Sherry Dean, Sheila Rahming, Beverly Williams, Petula Carter, Michelle Hanna and Winston Hanna and a host of other relatives including Ms. Sarah Rahming and family, Ms. Freddie Carroll and family, Mr. Albert Rahming and family, Mr. Paul Carroll and family, Ms. Thelma Broughton-Canady and family, Mrs. Julie (Leroy) Santiago and family, Mrs. Sharon (Elton) Gibson and family, Ms. Arementha Curry, and many dear friends and neighbours including Mr. Nocles Negre aka “Johnny”, Ms. Sherona Bartley, Mrs. Shirley Woods and family, Mrs. Alma Perry, Mr. & Mrs. Ernst and Valderine Rumer, Father Noel Clarke of St Anselm’s Church, The Williamson family neighbours, Mrs. Romaine Nixon and family neighbours, Ms. Hanna and family neighbours, Dr. Eugene Gray and family, Dr. Sharon Thompson and family, Dr. Theodore Turnquest, St Anselm’s Parish community and the entire staff and alumni of Claridge Primary School. Not forgetting her beloved and faithful “Boys” King, Arby and Brownie.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Charlotta’s name to the Bahamas Humane Society.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, on Friday 16th May, 2025, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For

Retired Civil Servant ORIEN MARIA WILLIAMS, 80

affectionately known as “Orie”

a resident of Sea Breeze Drive, Sea Breeze Nassau, The Bahamas, will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025 11:00a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, West Street North, Nassau, N.P. The Bahamas. Officiating will be Fr. Glen C. Nixon. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road

Her survivors include Brother: Mr. Roxbergh Williams Sr.; Sister: Evangelist Bronell Williams Albury Hinsey (Nurse Kitty Albury); Sisters-in-law: Mrs. Denise Williams, Mrs. Beulah Williams. Nieces and Nephews including: Minister Donald Williams and Brandy Williams(Don Jr.), Elston Wallace and family (Elston Jr., and family, Cheryl and family, Jada, Sherry and family), Cletus Juan and Suzette Williams and family (Brandon, Bethany, Craig, Carter, Brenna), Kevin and Desiree Clarke, Ashley, Alexis, Cameron, Jasper, Rox Ann Williams, Roxbergh Jr. and Shanique Williams (Maya, N’Kayla, Ja’kai, Ja’kaiden, Roxx, Riio), Deborah Williams-Anderson, Nurse Nakia Smith and Dr. Smith, (Nathan and Noah Smith) Chea Bethel and Nicholas, Jacobi Archer, Feron Taylor Jr. Gebriel Taylor, Bunny and Henry Manson, Dr. Tramaine and Fleuronne Clarke, Sabrina Smith and family, Lindbergh Williams, Gayland Williams, Yvonne Williams, Andy and Andrea Williams, Teresa and Taylor Singleton, Linda Williams-DeGama and Santina DeGama, Bronell DeGama, Shonique Cooper and family, Cheryl Thompson-Cooper and family, Vivienne Haynes, Johnny Monpetite and family, Arthur Levarity, Gregory Coakley, Andy Lockhart, Wilberforce and Bobby Jean Williams, Rev. Norris and Theresa Williams, Deacon Elizabeth Hanna-Knowles and Elder Robert Knowles, Poramilytia Williams and family, Madlyn Williams and family, Angela Rolle, Arlene and Mitchell Poitier,

Sedanio, Sedania, Serron Cartwright, Kayden, Nurse Virgill Wilson and family, Elvis Cartwright and family, Sean Brown of Cat Island. Cousins including: Mavis Butler, Sheila and Patrick Seymour and family, Elsaida Porter and family, Ethlyn Adderley and family, Gloria Clarke and family. The Zonicles, Tanya Strachan, Luther Major and family, family of the late Minister Bernice Major, Freeland Deveaux (Pappy), family of the late Rose Deveaux, Justina Rolle, Coral Kemp and family. Nursing Officer Denise Smith, family of the late Ms. Dorothy Gilbert. Dr. Lina Mortimer-Reyes and Manny Reyes Sr., Christal and Manny Jr. Mrs. Dorian Cox and Family. Godchildren: including Permanent Secretary Marcellus Taylor, Dwight Rolle, Sandiera Kemp, Ethan Miller. Friends: The family of the late Gertrude ‘Trudy’ Kelly, Brickell and Brian Jr. Kelly, Mrs. Beatrice Ferguson and Family, Andrew Swann and family, Family of the late Claudette Swann, family of the late Wellington Swann, Mrs. Inez Swann and family, Pastor Timothy Johnson and family, Mr. and Mrs. Dorlan Curtis, Wellington Hepburn, and family, Sea Breeze family, Mrs. Myrtle Knowles and family, Mrs. Joy Miller, Ms. Patricia Knowles, Mrs. Sheila Brown, Mrs. Corrine Braynen and family, Duke Errol Strachan and Mrs. Dorothea Strachan and family, Patrice Miller, Idamae Miller, Sharmaine Nesbitt, Grace Heastie, Christina Miller, Larry and Terry Miller, Esther Clarke and family, Keisha Butler and Kameron ‘Pappi’ Butler, Supt Elvis Miller, Mrs. Araline Mackey and family, Ms. Elsa Jones, Ms. Adalee Jones, St. Francis Xavier Cathedral family including Father Glen Nixon, Father Devereaux King, Former Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Hubert A. Ingraham and Mrs. Ingraham, Former Prime Minister Most Hon. Hubert A. Minnis and Mrs. Minnis, Myra Mitchell, Retired Justice Rhonda Bain and Family, Retired Justice Ruth BoweDarville, Hon. Justice Renee McKay, Rachel Culmer, Janet Lundy and family, Elaine Lightfoot and family, Mr. Joan Culmer and family, Jean Culmer, Sonia Cox Hamilton, Sylvia Baker, Nurse Cathy, family of the late Franklyn Winder, Hyacinth Pratt, Willamae Salkey, Retired Permanent Secretaries, Carl Smith, Teresa Butler, Patrice Major and family, Eugenie Cartwright, Genevieve McIntosh and family, Christopher Gibson, Alice McKenzie, Vanrea Robinson, LaShanda Seymour and family, Shirley Lighbourne, Martin Ferguson, Thomas Rolle, The family of the late Joseph and Mable Albury, Denise Barnes, Mrs. Alice Watson, Mrs. Wilhemina Smith, Mrs. Louise Weech, Ms. Cecile Newry and family, Ms. Janet Smith, Gregory and Audrey Clarke, Kent and Bursil Clarke, Ethel Brown, Mena Grant, Alimae Dean and family, G. Michael Ellis and family, Jeanie Cartwright, Pastor Alfred Stuart and Mrs. Jacqueline Stuart, Mr. and Mrs. Shervin Stuart and family, Sir. Arthur and Lady Joan Foulkes and family, Mrs. Rosalie Foulkes and family, Andrew Hanna and family, Nicole and Violet Hanna and family, Richard Fountain and family, Bernice Deleveaux, Rose Johnson, Shenik Sands, Remelda Mackey, Dr. Joyous Pickstock, and many other relatives and friends too numerous to mention

Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, on Friday May 16, 2025, 10:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For

STEVEN FRANKLYN GAY, 54

a resident of Harry Allan Close, Nassau, The Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, 10:00 a.m. at Bible Truth Ministries Bahamas, Martin’s Close, Nassau, The Bahamas. Officiating will be Reverend A. Alan Strachan, assisted by other Ministers of Religion. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens & Mausoleum, John F. Kennedy and Gladstone Road.

Steven was predeceased by his parents James and Alvine Gay.

Cherished memories will forever remain in the hearts of his loving family, Wife: Baronette Scott-Gay; Children and Adopted Children: Akeem Gay, Anthonique Clarke, Alia L.S. Clarke, P.C. 4682 Averie J. Clarke, Amanda Clarke, and Waynette Arthur-Adderley (Jerry); Grandchildren: Syleah Smith, Maranda Doristin, Payton Clarke, Renee Lavarity, Aniah Gaitor, Riel Butler, Sariah Rolle, Jordan Francis, Jaylyn Adderley, Jayme Adderley, Joshua Adderley; Siblings: Dannie James Gay (Caroline) of Charlotte, North Carolina, Sandra Gay, Shervin Gay (Shannon), Andrea Gay, Leona Major, Samuel Gay (Marcia), Sharon Brown, Darren Gay, and Starlene Gay.; Mother-in-law: Mary Scott; Brothers and Sisters-inlaw: Jeffrey Scott, Godfrey Scott, Keith Scott, Sharon Scott,

Monique Scott, and Adrianne Scott; Aunts: Velna Burrows, Elra Ward (Errold), and Beverly Smith. Uncles: Elton Taylor, Eddins Taylor, Limus Taylor, Elvin Taylor (Dornella), Hon. Dr. Norman Gay; Nieces and Nephews: Jessica Smith (Sean), Sandor Ferguson, Felicity Gay, Jason Major (LaRaine), Daniel Gay, Felix Dk, Jasmine Major, Justin Johnson, Antonya Brown, Samica Williams, Samara Gay, and Shivron Gay. Cousins: Keith Taylor, Darron Hepburn, Marvin Brooks, Yvonne Ellis, Velma Key, Verdell, Nicola and Shantell Brown, Brenda, Maxine, Marcella, Alcott, Bonita, Elrod, Bronnia, Niel, Nadia, Theodore, Eddina, Reno, Steffan, Lavar, Anthone, Errolinda, Earl, Takita, Limas, Rolanda, Jeremiah, Alexandria, Lexus, Annique, Nathan, Malcolm, Eden, Hudley, and others too numerous to mention. Others: The Airport Authority, NAD Maintenance Staff, Melissa Bonaby, Alicia Barton, Niko Davis, Michael Johnson, Craig Ramsey, Earl Knowles, Mr. Green, Jamal Joseph, Anchelle Dawkins, Fritz St. Louis, Glenda McKenzie, Vernita Russel, Eureka Rolle, Monique Bain, Keith Mackey, Calvin Smith, Lionel Gibbs, Chandler Turnquest, James Cartwright, Jamicko Whymms, Julio Thompson, Travis McPhee, Conan Taylor, Herman Smith, Clyde Charlton, Mrs. Saunders (Mum), The Breakfast Van, Derek Coleby, Jamaal Lubin, Anita Duncombe-Ferguson, Kim Clarke, Terrance Ferguson, Pastor A. Alan and Minister Ginger Strachan and the Officers and Members of Balm in Gilead Fellowship International, The Officers and Members of The New Destiny Baptist Cathedral, The Public Managers’ Union, Marlon and Sharlee Sargeant, The Albury family, Edward and DorisMae Humes, Vernice Charlton, The McPhee Family, The Farrington Family, UBS Trustees (Bahamas) Ltd, The Oshkosh Corporation, Waterous Company, USA, Allan and Co. Ltd Bahamas, A.C. Moss and Company Bahamas, The Francis Family, The King family, The Munroe family, The Ferguson family, The Demeritte family, The Malcolm family, and a host of other relatives and friends too many to mention.

In lieu flowers, the family respectfully requests that monetary donations be made to The Cancer Society of The Bahamas at CIBC First Caribbean International Bank, Shirley Street Branch, Chequing Account #52200112 and Branch Transit #24667 or 09706. In tribute and loving memory of Mr. Steven Gay.

Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

JEFFERY BURROWS, 57

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Funeral Service for ELIZABETH ANN “Liz” SWEETING, 73

a resident of Huyler Street, Nassau, The Bahamas, will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025 11:00a.m. at The Church of God of Prophecy, Baillou Hill Road South, Nassau, The Bahamas. Officiating will be Pastor Cassell S. Higgs. Prior to service Cremation was held.

He is survived by his son: Troy Rolle; stepdaughter: Iesia Rolle; sisters: Deniseia Douglas, Glendena Burrows; brothers: Frankly Neilly, Kirkland Burrows; nephews: Shaquille Sr. Christopher, Lanardo, Labron, KJ, Deontae, Shaquille Jr.; nieces: Ciera, Destiny, Anthonique; sisters-in-law: Zona Burrows, Marsha Neilly; brother-in-law: Frederick Douglas; aunts: Lavinia Campbell, Irene Rolle, Dianna Burrows, Murdena Burrows; uncles: Joshua Rolle, Paul Burrows; cousins: Jennymae, Philippa, Margaretta, Sharmen, Princess Tanya, Princess Shurla, Sherleen Rolle, Patrice, Melanie, Jenny, Willamae, Rose, Mellie, Francetta, Nell, Michael, Tiffany, Bernadette, Dena, The Ragged Island Street and Huyler Street Families; Special Friends: Lavendra, Julie, Kelcin and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

There will be No Viewing.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets.

a resident of Florida, USA and formerly of Nassau, The Bahamas, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025.

Elizabeth was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She touched the lives of many with her warmth, strength, and unwavering kindness. Her memory will live on through the countless lives she impacted

She is cherished and remembered by her daughter: Misty Caldwell-Morgan; grandson: Maximus Morgan; son-in-law: Jason Morgan; brothers: Nelson, Anthony, and Prince Sweeting; sister: Terecita Sweeting; sisters-in-law: Diane, Gail, and Samantha Sweeting; nieces: Natasha Kemp, Shanell, Tonya, Antania, Jania, Giada, Tiemone, LaPrincia, Susan, Glenniesha Sweeting; nephews: Keith Sr., Travis Sweeting, Denver Taylor, Franklyn Gibson Jr. (Walniecia), Nelson Jr. (Patrice), Christopher (Yazmin), Antonio, Derrino, Rashad, Ranaldo, Onassis, Prince Jr. (Cherise), Kaleb, Breatin, Tito, Jamal Sweeting and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention

Rest in peace, beloved Elizabeth. We will carry you in our hearts, always.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date and have been entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets.

Death Notices For

Former Chief Councillor

Antione Alexander Barry Sr., 45 affectionately called ‘Rabbit’

a resident of Barrack Street, Harbour Island, Eleuthera, Bahamas died at the Harbour Island Health Center on Wednesday, May 7th 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Dedrie Barry; mother: Patrice Barry; three daughters: Ferlancia, Anthonya and Tyliah Barry; two sons: Antione Barry Jr. and Antonio Barry; one granddaughter: Dior Barry; grand parents, five brothers, one sister, aunts, uncles and a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.

Merilyn (Nin) S. Munnings-Yee, 79

died on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at her residence in Nichols Court, Yellow Elder and formerly of Orange Creek, Cat Island, Bahamas.

She is survived by her four children: Cornelius Yee (Olwyn DePutron-Yee), Demith (Clayton) Duncombe, Marvin Yee and Kolleen (Franceoisa) Minnis; sister: Christina A. Sargent; grandchildren: Ashton, Jaden and Sella Duncombe, Athina and Nathan Minnis and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends including: the Cat Island Community.

Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service for

ARTIS NEELY, 84

of West End, Grand Bahama, will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 11:00a.m at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, West End, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Rev. Fr. Oswald E. Pinder assisted by Rev. Canon Norman Lightbourne & Rev. Fr. Rudolph Cooper. Interment will follow at West End Public Cemetery.

He is predeceased by Parents: Samuel and Brenda Neely; Siblings: Burcel, Gregory, Revelita and Samuel Neely.

Precious memories will forever remain in the hearts of his Devoted Wife, Lifetime partner and Friend: Patronella Neely; Daughters: Dedra (Jonathan)Campbell, Bridgette Greene, Antoinette Neely, Portia (Carlton) Smith, Anja Kim (Bernardo) Levarity; Sons: Ian (Daphne) Neely, Artis Kirtland Neely Jr., Adrian Khouri (Ricarla) Neely, Romal Russell; Grand Children: Omar Pinder, Adarrio, Justan and Dekea Campbell. Alissa (James) Russell), Mendal, Rashad, Keshon and Ja’min Greene, Dr. Jordan D Mike, Navarro Walker, Ian, Ianeh and Iana Neely, Autumn-Belle Neely, Kaeden and Brooklynn Levarity, Kasey Martinborough, Adrian, Alana, Kharly and Kharter Neely; Great Grand Children: Justan Jr., Madison, Natalya and Adarri Campbell, Jaheim, Jada, Jaden and Javae Russell, Omar Pinder Jr. Mendal Jr. and Kayleigh Greene, Navajo and Nave Walker, Tenay and Terell Collins Jr.; Brother: Lenwood (Rhoda)Neely; Sisters: Patricia Bowe, Ingrid Diaz, Donna and Sharon Neely, Beverley N Davis, Roberta N. Horsley, Shayna Duncan; Sisters-in-law: Lydia Neely, Dovella Aranha; Brothersin-law: Glenroy Aranha; Nieces: Kay Bowe, Ava Cargill, Olufemi “Nikki” Knight, Tanisha Davis, Tiffany and Monique Neely, Marcia Neely Hall, Melisa Neely Ragins, Jacqueline Neely Russell, Veronique Diaz, Kaysha and Shantel Woodside, Lisa (Henry) Russell and Family,

Greta Pintard and Family, Nizemà Rahming, Eleanor Scott, Nicola Eve and family, Bethsheva Bowe and Family, Shekera Rahming, Sherine Bullard. Shelly (Alex) Ferguson, Barbara Rahming, Lisa Aranha, Avon Wood, Lindsey Aranha; Nephews: Marco and Philip Joseph, Kemki, Shango and Shamal Woodside, Jonah Woullard, Elliot Davis Sr. Samuel Neely lll, Michael Neely, Ian (Tammy) Cargill, Ricardo (Gail)Bowe. Vincent Rahming, Ashley Percentie, Marvin (Patra) Albury and family; God Children: James Culmer, Candace Culmer, Kim DeGregory, Diane Smith, Martin Moore, Marvette Laing, Tino Farrington, Sophie Smith and Sherry Bethel; Numerous Grand nieces and nephews; Host of other relatives and friends including: The families of: Ken Nottage, Victoria Levarity, Yvaughnia Saunders and Tyrone Russell, Elbert Hepburn and family, Anneathera (Lynden)Wilchcombe, Judith McClean, Mervin and Violet Wright, Beverly Culmer, Oscar and Geneva Campbell, Vivian Johnson, Lenwood and Juliet Smith, Kevin, Faith and Peter Hall, Appleton and Frida Nortelus. Danielle Hepburn, Judy and Frank Danglad, Brenda Johnson, Archilee Hollingsworth, Cleathesia Bullard and family, Brenda Jagnandon, Hilton and Janet Bowleg, Ethlyn Major, Clarence and Michelle Reckley, Gurney and Debbie Armstrong, Marjorie, Morton and Roganna Wilchcombe, Elmena Bethel, Bernice Roberts, Wilkie Bartlett, Ethlyn Grant, George Weech, Dashwell Williams, Sean Bowe, George Jimmy Smith, Cynthia Donaldson, Allison Smith, James and Ernestine Rolle, Virginia Lightbourne, Henderson and Yvonne Smith, Lehenza and Rosemary Smith, Judy Saunders, Richard and Effie Williams, Wheatley and Glenesther Smith, Phil Smith, Dennis Martin, Mabel Colton and the big yard, Judith Cunningham, Danny Wright, Walter and Sophia Moore, Renaldo Munnings, Nat & Tanisha Tynes, Derek Moxey, Tyrone Laing, Steve Laing, Bishop Kermit and Adrienne Saunders, Bishop Marvin and Landa Weech, The Family of Hezekiah and Marsha Dean, Mr. Minky Isaac’s, Vincent Snead, David and Charmaine Wallace, John and Idena Bain, Cecil Thompson, Jackie Knowles, Charlotte Ferguson, and the entire community of West End; Families of the late Emerald Neely: Robert (Lynette), Deborah, Hugo, Ellen (Craig),Eardley (Natasha), Edwen, Greta (John) (Bluff, Eleuthera) The family of Gwen (Idris) Reid, The family of Nicola (Willie) Simmons, The family of the late Tracy Strachan: Edmund, Gloria, Garth, Sherry, Dr. Ian, Dwight, Terry, Randy, Sterling, The families of the late Raleigh Butler, The Honorable Philip E Davis, K.C., M.P, The Honorable Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister, Dame Marguerite Pindling, Former Governor General, H.E. Sir Cornelius A. Smith, Former Governor General, Rt. Honorable Hubert Ingraham, Former Prime Minister, Rt. Honorable Perry Christie Former Prime Minister, Honorable Frederick A. Mitchell, Honorable Dr. Michael Darville, Honorable Glenys Hanna-Martin, Honorable Ginger Moxey, Honorable Jobeth Coleby Davis, Kendal Nottage, George Weech, Neko Grant, Loretta Butler-Turner, Kathrine Smith; Special thanks to, Fr. Oswald Pinder, Canon Norman Lightbourne, Krista Stubbs and Melinda Jones.

Viewing will be held at the “PLP Headquarters” East Sunrise Hwy, Freeport Grand Bahama on Friday, May 16, 2025 from 11:00am to 6:00pm and on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 9:30am until service time.

Funeral

SERGEANT SIDNEY ANTHONY STUBBS, 57

of Hanna Hill, Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama, will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 10:00am at Universal Household of Faith, Hawksbill, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Bishop Ricardo Grant. Interment will follow at Harbour West Public Cemetery.

He is survived by his, Wife: Karen Stubbs; Sons: Anthony, Randolph, Julien, Sidney, Donnavin and D’Vontae Stubbs; Daughters: Ovanisha, Guyah and Donna Stubbs; Brothers-in-law: Kevin Grant, Harry Grant (Sharon), Solomon & Kirkwood Young; Daughters-in-law: Phylicia & Aerleathe Stubbs; Grandchildren: Sapphire Johnson, Ranajah Stubbs, Jalaya Stubbs, Rianna Stubbs and Jada Curry; Brother: Samuel McPhee; Brothers-inlaw: Kevin Grant, Harry Grant (Sharon), Solomon & Kirkwood Young; Sisters-in-law: Olivia Grant, Alice Grant, Edith Grant & Edith Newton; Nieces: Juliett (Nick) Lindsay; Grand Nephews: Ethan & Liam Lindsay; Nephew-in-law: Nick Lindsay; Aunts: Minerva Stubbs, Harriet McPheeKelly, Arimentha Stubbs & Leanna Davis; Uncles: Neville Stubbs; Cousins: Alonza Stubbs & Family, Mavene Stubbs & family, Hilton Brown & Family , Sidney Stubbs & Family, Inez Pinder & Family, Delorise Pinder & Family, Erica Pinder & Family, Bernadette Fernander & Family, Hesley Pinder & Family, Stephanie Stubbs & Family, Daphne Stubbs & Family, Annmae Brown & Family, Betty Sweetings & Family, Charlene Bevans & Family, Hayward Green & Family, Perez Rolle, Edward Miller & Family, Terrance Peigod & Family, Ricardo Brown & Family, Raymond Brown & Family, Ricardo Brown & Family; Special Friend: Emily Major & Family; Numerous other relatives and friends, including: Robert Darville & Family, Godfrey Knowles & Family, Oswald Moore & Family, Teddy Stubbs & family, Nick Johnson & Family, Kenry Stubbs & Family, Hilton Pinder & Family, Jermaine McPhee & Family, The Royal Bahamas Police Force, Hanna & Bartlett Hill Community Members of the Local Government East Township, The Mangrove Cay Community, Bishop Ricardo Grant & Family, Universal Household of Faith, The Stubbs & McPhee Family and Doctors, Nurses at the Eight Mile Rock Clinic.

The viewing will be held at Gerald Barlette Police Headquarters, The Mall Drive on (TODAY) Thursday, March 15, 2025, from 12 noon to 5 p.m. and on Friday at the Church from 8:30 a.m. to service time.

of Brighton Drive, Regency Park, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Deep Creek, Eleuthera, Bahamas will be held on (TODAY) Thursday, May 15, 2025, 5:00pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Hawksbill, Grand Bahama, Bahamas.

Funeral Service For Retired Nurse

Sharmaine Ann Storr Parsons, 57

of Brighton Drive, Regency Park, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Deep Creek, Eleuthera, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, 11:00am at Mt. Zion Native Baptist Church | Deep Creek, Eleuthera, Bahamas. Officiating will be Pastor Leviticus Anderson assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow at Mount Zion Native Baptist Church Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband: Cleveland Parsons; mother: Miriam Gibson; adopted mother: Elizabeth Joann Knowles; children: Tavaris, Lashanda and Jeffrey (Tiffany); grandchildren: Tavaris Jr. & Tavaria Bonaby and Summer Storr; sisters: Carolyn RolleStorr (Fredrick), Glenda and Charlene Storr; adpoted sister: Reomae Knowles and Vernitta Kemp; brothers: Alvin and Fr. Roderick (Sabrina) Bain, Terrence (Mitchell), Troy (), Dwayne and Dario Storr; adopted brother: Reudon Knowles; aunts: Merlene and Elvera Munnings, Nathalie Anderson, Althea Williams, Cedricka(Tony) Russell, Vernie Johnson, Loretta Storr, Patricia Curry and Portia Jones; uncles: Winton, Cedric (Shirley), Wilmore, Hansel (Edith), Carmen (Florence) and Richard “Nump” (Priscilla) Gibson, Gregory and Hershale Storr; grand aunts: Inez Swann and Paulene Grey; 7 nieces: Charlene, Rashan, Celine, Breanna, Aliya, Diamond and Raven; 7 nephews: McArthur, Reno, Charles Jr., David, Sebastian, Christopher and Terrence Jr.; 5 grandnieces, 3 grandnephews; godchildren: Samantha, Carmeletta, David and Alridge (puppy); 5 sister-in-law: Sharon, Beverly, Ionie, Rosan and Ann; 4 brothers-in-law: Byron, Michael, Spree and William; numerous cousins including: Dwane, Teandrea and Shapreka Clarke, Tiffany, Indira, Faye, Bridgette, Anika, Latoya, Toniqua Russell, Sherell, Janet (Tony), Letiecia, Wade (Tera), Izra (Darlene), Elick, Gwendolyn, Jensimae, Daisy, Ian, Gladdy, Jermaine, Cardinal, Spencer, Jamal, Julius, Marvin, Keno, Eric, Jasper, Quinton, “Bluey”, Devon, Rochelle, Shantell, Emariece, Crystal, Zylpha and Monique Gibson, Vanessa and Christola Gibson, Carlton, Christopher and Cornelius Gibson, Winton,Clover, Michelle, Marsha, Josephine, Pratrice, Sherline, Lakeisha, Shantel, Natasha, Ian and Vardo Pratt, Steve Jr.; other relatives and friends: Clover Louise, Dion Wilson, Christine Pinder-Dengizer, Ms, Fanny Grant, Crystal Smith, Latisha Andrews and family, Charles Hamilton and Family, Monique Pratt and Family, Jacklyn Thompson and Family, Icyland Miller-Anderson and Family, Darlene McKinney and Family, The Taylor’s Family, Jack Ferguson and Family, Tasha Hamilton and family, Maytha Eneas and family, Mellony Blanc and family, the entire staff of Eight Mile Rock Community Clinic, the staff of The Rand Memorial Hospital, Class of 1984 Preston Albury High and the entire community of Deep Creek, Eleuthera. The Family sincerely apologizes for any names invertedly omitted or missed spelt.

The viewing will be held at Mt. Zion Native Baptist Church | Deep Creek, Eleuthera, The Bahamas on Friday, May 16, 2025 from 12:00noon to 8:00p.m. and on Saturday at the Church from 8:30am to service time.

Funeral Services For

Pastor Emeritus Esteemed Elder

Rev’d. George Ernest Cooper, 85

a resident of #9 Midshipman and Grasby Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, 17th May, 2025 at Calvary Temple Assemblies of God, Clive Avenue Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Vaughn Cash General Superintendent Assemblies of God Bahamas Including the Turks & Caicos Islands assisted by Rev. Dr. Robert Lockhart-Senior Pastor Calvary Temple Assembly of God, Rev. Dr. Edward Victor - Grand Bahama Presbyter Assemblies of God & Pastor Living Water Assembly of God and Rev. Dr. Rudolph K. Roberts- Pastor Wholeman Christian Center. Interment will follow at Le’ Pavillion Interment & Mausoleum, Settlers Way, Freeport, Grand Bahama.

He was predeceased by his daughter: Maria; sons: Ernest Cooper; grandson: Kamaal Cooper.

Left to cherish his wonderful memories are his precious wife of 60 years: Mother Joan Alexandria Cooper; sons: Sterling, Dwayne, Melchoir (Sharon) Cooper; daughters: Dr. Joycelyn (Eugene) Gardner, Christine (Cardinal) Fernander and Genice (Pastor Wayne Carey); brother: Pastors Jeffrey (Flossiemae) Cooper; sister: Shirley Colon; grandsons: Quincy & Aaron Cooper, Dwight Lewis, Dwayne (Victoria) Sheppard, Lavano, Gerald Cooper, Ernest Gardner, Constable 4253 Denzel Johnson, Cardrin Fernander, Gabriel Gardner and Earvin Carey; granddaughters: Paige Cooper, Kenya Lewis, Dr. Shamika (Inspector Travis Strachan), Kenver (Aduardo) Strachan, Melissa (Ryan) Davis, Marissa Johnson, Shontae Chambers, Bridgette Cooper, Tania Portuondo, Mint and Eugena Gardner; 20 great grandchildren; brother-in-law: O’neal Lewis, Ted Palmer; sisters-in-law: Naomi Cooper, Linda Cooper, Daphane Miller, Margaretta Palmer, Norma-jean, Evangeline Bowleg, Elaine Berkowitz; nephews: Sean, Kamal, Covance, Wilson, Jaykano, Fayjen Cooper, Lukadah Gardiner, Patrick, Othniel & Shawn Lewis, Desmond Cole; nieces: Stephanie and Arlene Cooper, Jackie Hield, Joy Wilson, Carla Norman, Naquan Cooper, Jewel Cartwright, Jem Rolle, Daquesta Cooper, Tamika Coleman, Tonya Kidanemariam, Rev. Charlene (Rev. Dr. Patrick) Paul, Charmaine Williams, Sgt. 2367 Vantrice Bowleg, Shannan Lewis, Alicia, Cleopatra Cooper; god children: Josh Brennen, Dion & Derek Paul, Bronell DaGama, Yvette Lundy, April Lundy, Raquel Deleveaux; adopted children: Lorna Brown, Envoy Jones, Vencott Knott, Marcia Brown, Althea Robertson, Trudy Gibson, Enock Clarke, Cleo Pandora Cooper, Dr. Monique Pratt, Nettica Culmer, Rev. Dencil & Yvette Swain, Doris Rolle, Larry and Stacy Jones, Heather Lowe, Renea Kemp-McIntosh, Basheva DeGregory, Jackie Stuart, Sharad Ewing, Danika Dames, Philon Zonicle, Bradley Forbes, Philip Bowe, Peter Adderley, Christina Woodside, Areica Rolle, Pastor Renardo & Monet Sweeting, Elder Chad Dean, George & Sandra Bennett, Pastor Willard & Michelle Munroe, Prescott, Kent Knowles & Renea Knowles, Patrice & Patricia Wilson & Family, Sandra, Juliet, Yvette; spiritual sons and daughters: Rev. Dr. Vaughn Cash General Superintendent Assemblies of God in the Bahamas including the Turks & Caicos & Lady Wendy Cash, Rev. Dr. Robert & Min. Rochelle Lockhart, Rev. Dr. Eddie Victor Grand Bahama Presbyter Assemblies

of God & Rev. Dr. Margo Victor, Rev. Dr. Rudolph K. & Lady Enid Roberts, Pastor Paxton & Min. Patrice Cooper, Bishop Marc & Lady Neal, Pastor Kermit & Valarie Mullings, Deacon Dennis & Min. MeShell Britton, Norman & Crystal Cooper, Bishop Marc, Shean & Jackie Williams, Bishop Ricardo & Pastor Shandlene Grant, Pastor Percy & Chelsea Kemp, Freddie & Melany Bowe, Blundell Poitier, Roland & Portia Albury, Richard & Jackie Morley, Colon & Vernetta Russell, Sean & Sherry Thurston, Pastors Terrance & Unay Jones, Pastor Jonathan & Sis. Shena Carey, Natalie Gordon; dearest friends: Roland & Evang. Agnes Carey & Family, The Fernander Family, Pandora Pratt & Family, Pastor Ernie & Sis. Kay DeLoach & Family, Sherry Gibson & Family, David Carey & Family, Sheila Pearce & Family, Pastors Sean & Aimee Pinder, Pastor Bro. Reginal & Yvonne Gabriel, Min. Ellison & Nina Pinder, Elder Eudane Thompson & Family, Elder Omelia Braynen, Jewel Bain & Family, Elder Brenda Jagnandon, Elder Eula Nixon, Pastor Jaylon & Sis. Feleicia McPhee (Unity In Christ Family), Pastor Oron & Lady Nakaya McPhee, Dr. Kelafo & Shallaywa Collie, Averell & Dr. Paula Mortimer & Family, Elaine Pratt & Family, Pastor Hartley & Mother Thompson, Pastor Jesse & Christine Tricola, Paul Brandt, Min. Carl & Sherry Stubbs, Beryl Williams & Family, Beverly Ashe, Berkley & Rebecca Smith, Ambassador Maurice Moore, Mr. Leroy Bell, Allison Hanna, Retired Deputy Superintendent Mr. Wellington M. Francis, Jerome & Nicole Johnson, Alfred & Mrs. Moss, Clifton Wilson, Derrick Patterson, Dr. Michael Parkinson, Arnold Ferguson, Leslie McDonald, Ronald Arthur, Sheila Ferguson, Kathy Mills, Sammy Davis & Family, Valarie Clarke, Handford McFall, Patricia Burton, Hank & Clarise Ferguson, Fern Sands, Paula Lockhart, Greg & Pamela Rolle; other relatives & friends including: Sherry Lewis & Family, Jamal Gaitor, Bruce & Raquel Pinder, Jerome & Nicole Johnson, Glenda & Dellie Kemp, Ronnie Kelly, Farrington family, Ena Rolle & family, Alfred & Jennifer Moss, Former Governor General The Most Honorable Sir. Cornelius A. Smith, GCMG & Mrs. Smith, Former Prime Minister The Most Honorable Hubert A Ingraham, ON, PC & Mrs. Ingraham, Former Prime Minister The Most Honorable Perry G. Christie, ON, PC & Mrs. Christie, Former Prime Minister The Most Honorable Dr. Hurbert A. Minnis, ON, PC, & Mrs. Minnis, Leader of the Official Opposition The Honorable Michael C. Pintard MP, Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition & Mrs. Pintard, J. Kwasi Thompson, MP East Grand Bahama & Mrs. Thompson, K. Peter Turnquest, Former Deputy Prime Minister and Former MP & Mrs. Turnquest, Ethlyn Stuart, Rebecca Thomas, Dr. Eric & Stephanie Brown, Eugene Cartwright, Emerick & Mrs. Seymour, Clarence & Mrs. Russell, Kathy Laing, Welbourne & Mrs. Bootle, Retired Sgt Rev. Anderson, Retired Cpl Adrian Johnson, Fay Gonzalez, Barbara Hamilton, Debra Dixon, Alice McGregor, Samuel & Denise Mackey, Stacey Rolle & Family, Christopher & Lucia Rolle, Wilton & Sophia Hart, William & Rosemary Dames, Donald & Yvonne Ward, Beryl Williams & Family, Sylvia Mortimer & Family, Debbie Allen, Debbie Armstrong & Family, Beverley & Kimberley McKinney, Bannerman Town Association; special thanks: Assistant Commissioner of Police Advardo Dames O.I.C Northern Bahamas & Mrs. Dames, The Royal Bahamas Police Force Retired and Reserves Officers, Dr. Monique Pratt, Dr. Vincent Forbes, Dr. Stubbs, Dr. Thompson, Dr. Hines, Medical team, nurses and support staff at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Dr. Karis Thompson-Major, management and Staff of Yager Funeral Home and Crematorium, Management and Staffs A Good Sheppard Funeral Home South (USA), Management and Staff Le’ Pavillion Interment & Mausoleum, Calvary Temple Assembly of God Care Ministry, Rev. Dr. Rudolph and Lady Enid Roberts & The Wholeman Christian Center Family, Rev. Dr. Eddie and Rev. Dr. Margo Victor and Living Water Assembly of God Family; special thanks to: our families and friends who have travel from abroad to be with us during this time.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Calvary Temple Assembly of God, Clive Avenue on Friday from 12:00 noon until 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Services For Eliphete Adelson, 36 “Jean Ebert”

a resident Florida will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, 17th May, 2025 at Bethesda Church of The First Born, Sunset Drive. Officiating will be Pastor Robert Pierre. Interment will follow at The Grand Bahama Memorial Park#2.

Left to cherish his memories are his loving spouse: Bethy Saint Pierre, Joseph Modeline; children: Jhon Adelson, Christ-Hendel; parents: Evanel Adelson, Ludana Adelson; grandparents: Daniel Adelson, Mirana Adelson, Evena Adelson, Marietta Pierre Rilus, Phylosya Philistin; siblings: Evenel Adelson, Evena Adelson, Eshnidy Adelson, Ermionde Adelson, Landy Adelson, Madasca Adelson, Gancy Adelson, Sheby Adelson, Widline Adelson, Saylanda Larose, Sandialie Larose, Mandesley Larose; aunt & uncles: Kenny Adelson, Dlemet Adelson, Marie Laurent, Jaque Laurent, Marie Yolene Laurent, Margarette Estime, Delucien Estime, Osnel Estime, Nicolas Nissage Wadeline Souverain Cineas, Majorie Alexandre Edline Adelson, Danise Adelson, Iramene Talus, Dieumet Adelson; nieces & nephews: Kedno Jean Baptiste, Liyah Pierre, Leia Joy-Nohemie Adelson, Lidiana Clerford, Hervelino Clerford, hergy Clerford, Eventzly Adelson, Hanshise Adelson, Edenson Adelson, Marlie Gresseau, Christian James Cenelus; cousins: Isemane Romain Excellent, Mickel Estime, Antony Cesar, Sonel Alexandre, Enide Batalien, Wilson Raphael, Sado Louis, Jude Louis, Greogory Louis, Steevenson Adelson, Ricky Adelson, David Adelson, Richema Adelson, Sawood Adelson, Kender Adelson, Jean Daniel Adelson, Dorah Anaira Adelson, Gerline Laurent Michel, Josiane Batalien, Peterson, Loudia Laurant, Micael Batalien, Jean Rony Batalien, Franceau Batalien, Alex Louis, Walgens Louis, Tamara Sherry Cineas, Naricha Mary Cineas, Johana Nicolas, Deliteson Estime, Faica Estime, Makendy Derilus, Julsaint Adelson, Marie Maude Surpris, Micheal Adelson, Louina Adelson-Salomon, Adissont Adelson, Renial Adelson, Charline Adelson, Shedler Adelson, Lawrance Adelson, Fernando Salomon, Shanae Leann

Salomon, Sandra Salomon-Campbell, Keston Adelson, Myson Adelson; other relatives and friends including: Estiverne Family, St-Luck Estiverne, Norris Family Philonise Souverian, Mirtha Dieujuste ,Ryan Grahm Fritz Michel Natasha St Pierre, Vladimir St Pierre, Esnol Michel, Reginald, Elson Joseph, Jordanise Mortel, Alix Gresseau, Rooby Similus, Marc Similus, Makenson Similus, Rodney Joseph, Stephanie Exavier, Jimmy Gresseau, Baba renestyl, Elius auguste, Mayco Exavier, Lizaire Arlens, Angela Francios, Gabriel May and Lysemena Gabriel.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at THE CHURCH on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. until service time.

Celeste Stubbs, 80

a resident of #57 Jumbay Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama and formerly of Rock Sound, Eleuthera, Bahamas will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, 18th May, 2025 at The Chapel At Yager Funeral Home & Crematorium, Queen’s Highway Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Apostle Kenneth A. Miller. Cremation will follow.

Celeste’s love extended to a wide circle of family and friend and left to cherish her fond memories are her children: Perry Goodman and Daphne Sands-Flores; adored grandchild: Payton Flores; son-in-law: Kirk Flores; devoted niece: Cynthia Thompson; she’ll be fondly remember by her other nieces including: Rachel Goodman-Pople, Cynthia Babbs, Mrs. Cheryl Rolle; nephews: Leslie Russell, Wayde and Eddie Musgrove and families; with love: Ms. Gardina Hepburn ( Beloved Friend) Wendy Baker and Family and Hazel Sands and Family; special family friends includes: Ms. Stephanie Emmanuel, Mrs. Christina Clarke, Mrs. Vanessa Sietsema-Hall and Mrs. Beverley Meadows-Rolle and Family and other relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Yager Funeral Home & Crematorium, Queens Highway on Sunday from 12:00 noon until service time.

Funeral Services For Lucy Isabell Fertil, 97

a resident Seagrape, Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, 17th May, 2025 at St Paul’s Methodist Church, Beach Way Drive and East Sunrise Highway. Officiating will be Rev’d. Elkanah Seymour assisted by Rev’d Kenneth Lewis. Interment will follow at The Grand Bahama Memorial Park#2.

Lucy’s memories will remain in the hearts of her beloved children: LaRosa Palmore and Felix Bright (Leanette); Nicholas (Deborah) and Darrin (Shantell) Archer; Lavardo (Shanique) Ferguson; Brenda Lee Albury (goddaughter); and Max Dean Sr.; grandchildren: Travis Jr. and Isaac (Kayla) Palmore; Avril Gaines (Devon), Damon, Daz and Kayla Bright; Max Dean Jr.; Ashley, Alyssa, Adrian, Alia, Angelo, Nicole and Antwan Archer; Darrin Jr., Darius, Darryl, Destiny Archer and Charles Porter; Azaiah and Sanyia Ferguson; special family and friends: Menis Vardoulis & Family; Reverend Elkanah Seymour & Family; Allington & Dorothy Allen; Lorman ‘Nee’ Johnson, Richard Farrington & Family; Martha Pinder & Family; Curlene Bain & Family; Leoner Jolly & Family; Natasha Carter & Family; Laverne Miller & Family; Brenda Neely & Family; Ennis Pinder & Family; Deborah Simmons & Family; Donald Williams & Family; Theresa Williams & Family; Dashville Williams & Family; Michael Johnson & Family; Emily Ferguson & Family; Valencia Brown & Family; Ricky Russell; Trevor Delancy (“Happy Jack”); Timmy; Mark Clarke; Antoinette Coakley & Family; Janice Coakley; Jean McDonald & Family; Dr. Marcus Bethel & Family; Ettie Forbes & Family; Mavis Williams & Family; Elsie Williams & Family; R. H. Culmer & Family; Sandy Sawyer & Family; Mrs. Weir & Family; Christian Maynard & Family; Carmen Smith-Farrington & Family; Garnell Frith & Family; Gloria Archer & Family; Jenniefred Higgs & Family; Yolande Rolle & Family; Belinda Wheeler & Family; Jean Adderley & Family; Jennifer Rajnath; Helona and Craig Forbes; Laverne Dean; Jennifer Johnson; Ulrick Jean & Family; Fanya Tokwaulu NP; Dr. Leviticus Rolle; Dr. Odea Stubbs; the St. Paul’s Methodist Church Family; Reverend Kenneth Lewis & Family; Salome Wilson & Family; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to name—but never forgotten.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Yager Funeral Home & Crematorium, Queens Highway on Friday from 12:00 noon until 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until service time.

Franz Woodrow Ferguson, 62

a resident of Lee Street, Nassau Village, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Evangelistic Pentecostal Church, Pentecostal Drive and Garden Hills. Officiating will be Senior Pastor Stanley W. Seymour assisted by Pastor Wilson Delson. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive.

Franz was predeceased by his parents: Dirici and Althea Ferguson; sister: Bianca Ferguson; brothers: Kevin Sands and Leo Ferguson; nephew: Jeremy Ferguson,grandnephew: Arthur Wilson.

He is survived by his sisters: Bernadette Ferguson, Laverne Ferguson Rolle (Orlando, Florida), Melanie Ferguson, Nyoka Seymour; brothers: Aaron and Dwight Ferguson; aunts: Betty Jones Poitier of San Salvador and Dorothy Myrick of Miami, Florida; nephews: Kayto, Kevin Jr., Kenny, Navardo Sands, Kevin Rolle, Valentino Woodside, Donald Lewis, Fenton Ferguson, Aaron and Donovan Ferguson, Stanley, Asher, Cody Seymour, Torriano Barrett, Delgano Deron, Kenvano, Dwight Ferguson Jr., Trevardo Ferguson, Dwight Rolle of Orlando, Florida; nieces: Anasika FergusonDelson, Alethia Ferguson-Cunningham, Crystal Newry, Lydia Roxbury, Brea Ferguson, Petra Ferguson, Keva Forbes of Freeport Grand Bahama, Kayla Sands; brothers-in-Law: Pastor Stanley W. Seymour, Kevin Ferguson; sister-in-law: Antionette Ferguson; godchild: Arianna S. Delson (Mankato, MN); grandnieces: Wilsonique and Isabelle Delson, Ashnique Davis, Althea Rolle, Aaylehya Nixon, Jonique Cunningham, Althea Rolle- Higgs, Teniesha, Fentasia, Taylor, Tru Ferguson, Kevinese Sands; grandnephews: Fenton Jr. and Tevin Ferguson, Craig Taylor, Kevin Sands Jr. Kevrick, Kevon, Kevron, M’Kayle and Ma’Kye Sands Patrico Johns; other relatives and friends including: Tiffany Ferguson, Nicola Rolle Strachan and Family, Jennie Mae Storr and Nicola (Care takers), The Rolle Family (Orlando, Florida), EPC Family, Pastor Alexander Davidson and Family, BTC Family, BTVI Family, Atlantis family and staff of Intensive Care Unit, The Water and Sewerage Family Sewer Department, the Lee Street family, the family of New Victory Temple Church of God and Young Street family and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For Matriarch Monica Nixon, 94

a resident of Bullen Terrace, Golden Gates II, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Mars Bay, South Andros, Bahamas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at St. Gregory’s The Great Anglican Church, Carmichael Road. Officiating will be Rev. Canon Peter A. G. Scott assisted by Rev. Canon Delano Archer and Rev. Dr. Roland Hamilton. Interment will be Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

She is survived by her sons: Harris, Edward, Clyde, David, Grevian, Spurgeon, Timmy and Stafford Jr. “Ali”; daughters: Patricia, Linda, Arylon and Daphanie; grandchildren: Jamal, Ebony, Lamont, Cleavon, Chenere, Cobey, Covan, Yvette, Sandrene, Trevor Sr., Shevael Nixon, Bradley, Charmaine, Gail, Carlene, Candice, Rayvon, George, Ariel, Justin, Britany, Dedra, Stafford III, Teron, Yohanne, Alyson, Kelly, Chont’nae, Grevian Jr., Leslie and Demetrius; great grandchildren: Tanage, Derek, Danao, Taliah, Trevor Jr., Trenice, Samara, Nova, Vika, Malik, Mia, Daunte, Ethan, Sahani, Malina, Ryan, Shevano, Briell and M’Kaela; daughters-in law: Gena, Daphanie and Sheva Nixon; brotherin-law: Reubin Duncombe; sister-in-law: Elsie Smith; numerous nieces and nephews: Lennie Bethel, Renadell Lockhart, Harrison Smith, Eunice Smith, Betty Moss, Gerona Adderley, Ron Smith, Rollie Smith, Joann Scott, Michelle Knowles, Deanna Mackey, Carmel Penn, Cyprian Smith, Randy Smith, Charmaine Bain and Porsha Smith, Margaret Duncombe, William Duncombe, Linda Burrows, Debra Kelly, Kathleen Zonicle, Cleveland Duncombe, Lee Duncombe, Clayton Duncombe, Sandra Knowles, Marcia Duncombe, Duane Duncombe, Shaunette Bain, Fluorine, Veronica Smith, Andrea Smith, Rodney Smith and Peter Smith; other relatives: Nora Cooper, Ivan Forbes, Dean Forbes, Cedric Forbes, Oralee Alcorn, Ethlyn Meadows, Vernice Minnis, Leona Davis, Beverley Rolle, Errol, Leonard, Eddison Meadows, Ethel Munroe, Maureen Nixon, Sheddy Nixon, Freddy Nixon, Anthony Nixon, Lenneth Brozozog, Ross, Coral, Beryl, Wales, Carlton, Frankie, Edith, Palm, Loney and family, Leotha Nixon, Carol Nixon, Janetta Lowe, Agnes Smith, Sandra, Unamae, Ethel Thurston, Nicoya Jones, Nathaniel Smith and family, Evadnie Bain and Family, Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Young and family, Jasmine Rolle, Lethera Bain and family, Beverley Thompson, Rose Wells, Tamika Thompson, Mr. & Mrs. Kendal Deveaux, Ms. Ethlyn Deleveaux, Mr. & Mrs. Sheldon Gibson and family; numerous great grand nieces and nephews, godchildren: Lee Forbes, Curtis Forbes, Vernice Minnis, Cynthia Smith, Nadene Munroe, Paula Smith; and a host of other relatives and friends: especially those of Mars Bay, South Andros too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00a.m. until service time.

Death Notices For

Elsie Irene Dean, 81

a resident of Nassau East North, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Salt Pond, Long Island, Bahamas, died at her residence on Thursday, May 8, 2025.

She is survived by her son: Andrew Dean; daughters: Marjorie Pennerman, Ruth (Edbert) Beneby; 7 grandchildren: Phylicia and Madison Beneby, Matthew and Michael Pennerman, Alexa, Joshua, Amber-Rose Dean; brothers: Lawrence (Claire); sisters: Ethelyn Neymour and Carolyn (Drexel) Deal; numerous nieces, nephews and host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.

Shann Lennet Armbrister, 60

a resident of #138 Soldier Road, New Proviodence, Bahamas and formerly of Arthur’s Town, Cat Island, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, May 5, 2025.

She is survived by her husband: Cecil Armbrister; son: Felixio (Guyanne) Ferguson; mother: Victoria Flowers; grandchildren: McCaden, McCaiah Ferguson, Guyvan Simeus, Felixia Ferguson; brothers: John and Nahassah Flowers; aunt: Elsa Russell; numerous nieces, nephews and host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.

Funeral Services for

ROY MARCELO “Shorty” CLARKE, 58

a resident of Marigold Lane, South Beach, will be held at The Church of God of Prophecy, Elizabeth Estates on Friday, May 16, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Julian A. Johnson. Cremation will follow.

Left to cherish his memories, Sons: Lathario and Roy Clarke Jr.; Daughters: Kayrica Knowles, Ashley McKenzie, Jade, Asia Clarke, Lianna Higgs; Grand children: Lathario Clarke Jr., T’iajah Clarke, Sade Woodside, Sani St. Germain; Sisters: Ruthmae (Clyde) Wilkinson, Cessy Ferguson, Terry Dean, Tiffany Colebrooke, Tiffany Watts, Jarissa and Gayle Andrews; Brothers: Donavon Colebrooke, Pearon (Janice) Colebrooke, Timothy, Perez, Ron, Aaron Clarke; Uncle: Sam, Fred, Leslie Johnson; Granduncles: Courtney, Alphonso Forbes Grandaunt: Olive Forbes; Nieces: Cheyenne, Clydina, Tawia Wilkinson, Ann Shineah (Pierre) Maynard, Robyn (Christian) Bowen, Vandisha (Terrance) Duvalier, Skylar Watts, Gaynelle Andrews, Meka Ferguson, Doneisha, Daijah, Cessy, Jador, Dahliah Colebrooke, Brendisha (Clarence) Ferguson, Brendina Dean; Nephews: Donavon II, Donavon III, Troy Colebrooke, Jermell Sweeting, Brendon Dean, Terico Penn, Trayton Ferguson, Timothy Jr., Ron Jr., Grayson, Andrea, Aaron Jr., Anton, Avanta Clarke; Special Friend: Felicia Hunt. Other Relatives and Friends: Wilmore Smith, Alrick Wallace, Devon Adderley & Family, Dave & Jacklyn Sands & Family, Assistant Superintendent Darieo Burrows & Family, Petty Officer Lashando Greene & Family, Bernadette Carter & Family, Mario Rolle & Family, Barbara Douglas & Family, Thelma Moss & Family, Willard Hepburn & Family Leroy & Allan Forbes, Kathleen Mcphee & Family, Deborah Miller & Family, Carolyn Mcphee & Family Shelia Munroe & Family, Gordetta Musgrove & Family, Naomi Johnson & Family, Dawn Stubbs & Family, Miriam Johnson & Family, Donathra Sturrup, Deron, Terell, Jameco Walker, Corey Bain, Kimple McPhee, Jenne Adderley, Gloria Ferguson & Family, Anthony Smith & Family Andrew Pennerman & Family, Melva Saunders & Family, Courtney Forbes Jr., & Family, Revileta Wallace, Brenda Barry, Betty, Darlene Sands, Jennifer Lockhart, Dianna Mortimer, Tanya Adderley, Luton & Harlon Wallace, Quinton Sands, Elizabeth Lockhart & Family, Jewel Strachan, Melissa Pressly, Bernitta

McKenzie, Tara Clarke, Racquel Wilson, Philip Forbes, Baldwin Johnson & Family, Glenroy & Charles King, Renetta, Delarese, Shanique, Marvin & Mel Johnson.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 11-5:00 p.m. on Thursday & on Friday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

NADINE STACY MORRIS-CAMPBELL, 51

a resident of #13 Young Street & formerly of St. Catherine, Jamaica, who transitioned on April 12, 2025 in New Haven, Connecticut, will be held at the Church of God of Prophecy, East Street Tabernacle, on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Branson Gibson. Interment follows in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive.

Nadine brought so much light and love into this world and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by husband: Kevin Campbell; daughters: Devine Douglas, Davia Douglas-Rolle, Brianna Duvalier, Shania Campbell and Tamera Campbell; sons; Gino Rolle, Kenrick Williams, Theo Duvalier, Tevin Campbell and Kevon Campbell; grandsons: Demari and Kyson Williams; sisters: Marsha Sweeting, Teona Edden, Megan Morris-Smith, Prudence Morris, Junitth Morris and Thelma Morris; brothers: Tennyson Morris, Ricardo Morris, Maurice Morris, Leslie Morris, Stenneth Morris, Delroy Morris and Rudy Morris; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, other family, friends and colleagues; too many to mention in Jamaica, The Bahamas and U.S.A.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time

Funeral Services for

ANDREA STRACHAN, 66

a resident of Turks Ct., off Seebreeze Lane, will be held at Grace Community Church, Grace Ave., Palmetto Village, on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 12:00 noon Officiating will be Pastor Staurt Kelly. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Precious memories will forever linger in the hearts of her, Children: DeoDano, Amanda, Cortez; Daughter in-law: Tiffany; Brother: Andrew Strachan; Sister: Marion Strachan; Grandchildren: Monica, Atevion, Ateva, Edeleke, Cortez Jr. and Cortnie; Nieces and Nephews: Aniska, Shiyoka, Andretta, Aniqua, Alexandra, Tyrone Tomar, Tyrone, Terrance, Terrell; Numerous Grand nieces and Grandnephews; Aunts: Cleomi and Andray Charlow; Uncle: George (Marie); Best Friend: Shonell Douglas; Special friend: Samuel Taylor; Cousins: Joyann, Mia, Abigail, Terry, Lelia, Geogreann, Teddy, Theodore, Charmon, Chakita, Sonya, Sophia, Tiffany, Marcello, Ricardo, Arthur, Sean, Silvaro, Dwight, Jerrad, Mikara, Keyshanna, Bobby, Tyrone, Gregory, Pierre, Pamela, Michelle, Lisa, Betty; Other family and friends including but not excluding: Deborah Ewing and Family, Super Club Breezes Family, Sheraton Grand Family, Berean Baptist Church Family, New Téstament Baptist Church Family, Sharon Wilson & Co. Family, Margaret Williams Family, The Pearce Family, The Douglas Family, The Bethel Family, The Charlow Family, The Stubbs Family, Shirley and Family, Bernadette Mackey and Family, The Centreville Family, Colleen and Family, The Sutherland and Kelly Family, Princess Margaret Hospital Female Surgical II, The Morrison Family, Wendell Smith and Family, Jackie and Family, Floyd Bowles and Family, The Hon. Philip “Brave” Davis and the entire PLP Family, Heroines of Jordan Grand Chapter No. 383 Order of the Eastern Star Queen of Sheba No. 956, Mr. Henfield and Family, Seabreeze Lane Family, The Kingston Family, The Lloyd Family, Yves Barrett and Family.

Special Thanks to Miss Muna Issa and Family, Jeffery Stubbs, Camielle Tynes, Clinton Davis, Jennifer Burrows, Rosemary Seymour, Shantell Rolle-Wright and Family.

Andrea had many dear friends and it is impossible to name all of you at this time, so please forgive us if we did not call your name. We thank God for all of you who loved her.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 1-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 11:00 a.m. until service time

STEVEN

CHRISTOPHER STRACHAN, 53

a resident of Fox Hill, will be held at St. Paul’s Baptist Church, Bernard Road, on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Reverend George Bodie, assisted by Bishop J. Carl Rahming. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Left to cherish his memories are Children: Stefen, Kamarly and Krysten Strachan; Mother: Ethel Pinder-Thomspon; Sisters: Amy, Tina and Yvette Strachan, Nerissa Thompson (of Atlanta, Georgia); Brother: Dwight Strachan; Aunts: Min Verninchia (Rev. Oscar) Moss, Peggy (Anthony) Davis, Judy Tynes, Karen Simms, Beryl Eve (of Houston, Texas), Lavern Eve (of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida) and Charmaine Eve; Uncles: Larry Pinder, John Sr. (Anethra) Pinder and Rodney (Andrea) Eve; Nieces: Felisha, Adriel and Andrea McKenzie; Nephew: Antoine McKenzie; Grand niece: Julia Rolle; Special friend: Loretta Eneas and family. Numerous Cousins, including: Patrick, Lamar, Larez, Javon, Kesna Pinder, Cloudena (Kasen) Cooper, Antereu (Nicole) Davis, Petiere Davis, Theo, Theron and Theodosia Cochinamogulos, Bridgette (Aubrey) Sherman, Lakeisha Robinson, Wayde Wright, Audra Tynes, Leslie Davis, Roderick, Ramon Simms, Ramona (Duncan) Webster (of Essex, England), Raisa, Ryan and Reagan Eve, Javarri and Chinaza Rolle; A host of other relatives and friends including: Linda Thompson, Lisa Bain, Warren Bartlett and George “Bay” Deveaux, the Moss Family, Uriel Simms, Genivie McIntosh, Torrez (Anishka) Basden, Margo Pinder, Katrinka Johnson, L.W. Young Class of ‘89, Mary Allen, The Sweeting Family, Elsiemae Williams and Family, Shirley Johnson and Family, Staff of “Detail King,” the Fox Hill Community, St. Paul’s Baptist Church Family, Theologus Cochinamogulos and Family, Rubis, Prince Charles.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service for

DOUGLAS CRAVEN BAIN, 79

a resident of #259 Australia Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, will be held in the Chapel at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 12:00 noon. Officiating will be Brother Cordell Knowles & Brother Carlton Wilkinson. Cremation follows.

Left to mourn is his wife of 24 years, Jane Aranha Bain; Sons: Tyrone and Rommel Bain, Alvin Swann; Daughters: Bernadette Cooper, Shirley Rolle (Kennie), Alfreida Smith (Pedro) Michelle Swann; Grandsons: Tyron Ledarius Bain, Valerie Bain Taylor, Akeem Bain, Tyrone Bain Jr., Nicholas Bain, Kwame Glinton (Jasmin), Jonathan Smith (Maeve), Tré Rolle (Kendra), Jaedon Smith, Henry Bain, Joseph Bain (deceased). Granddaughters: Valerie Bain Taylor, Siania Henry Bain, Tykerria Bain, Shanae Balmer (Ewan). Great Grandchildren: Tye Bain, Nyla Taylor, Ayden Taylor, Ava Taylor, Ava Taylor, Akeem Bain Jr. Royal Bain, Reign Duffie, Saiyah Lenai Bain, Jalen & Shania Balmer. Brothers: Clyde Bain, Don Bain; Sisters: Lyla Avery BainHepburn, Sheila Blatch. Sisters-in-law: Geneva Aranha, Rowena Knowles, Janet Gomez. Brothers-in-law: Winston Aranha, Gary Adderley. Nieces: Lillian Major-Johnson, Kimberly Bethune, Kristina Bain-Smith, Shirley and Shawn Bain, Dominique Hepburn-Martin, Danielle Hepburn-Quant and Candace Gallager, Melinda TaichiMicah, Collette Cambridge, Genovia Clarke, Gina Macarther, Julie Pinder. Nephews: Tod and Gary Pinder, Keenan and Christopher Bain, Darren Bain, Tony “Baker” Bethune, Terrance Greenslade, Mark Greenslade, Franklyn Cambridge, Gary Adderley, Jamal Adderley. Grand Nieces and Nephews: Lorenzo Cody Bethune, Ashley Brown, Kristin Hepburn, Rebecca Quant, Cameron and Chase Martin, Dashiell Martin, Isabel Cartwright, Kaden Johnson, Travis and Mackenzie Pinder, Nya Smith, Brittany Bain. Uncle: Ernest Bain (Freeport, GB). Cousins: Obie and Leslie Pindling, Michelle PindlingSands, Monique Pindling-Johnson, Barbara and Michelle Toote, Kevin Toote, Deanne Marshall, Bridget Bowe, Carolyn Lightbourne. Host of other relatives and friends including: Dame Marguerite Pindling, Benjamin Henfield & Family, Barbara Harris, Anastacia “Diva” Johnson, Winifred Cleare, Julia Neely, Lantrell Major, James McNeil, Sherrill Bain, Danny Marshall & Family, Bernard “Porky” Dorsett & Family, Kendal Wright, Colin Burrows, Henry and Vanessa Williams, Anthony “Skeebo” Roberts, Tristan Daniels &

Family, Keenen Ferguson, Mary Gibson, Idi Campbell, William Canter, Elise Hall& Family, Sidney McKintosh, Orlando Russell, Juan Simms, Urvan Moxey, Paula Theagene, Pamela Lightbourne & Family, Wayde Moncur & Joanne Stuart & Friends of Red Lion, Ms. Elsa Jones, Ms. Gayle Adderley & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Michael Turner & Family. Staff of Jumper Brothers Bakery, Francis Thompson & Staff of Community Bakery, Lionel Martin, Rashad Smith, Lisa Pinder, Katina Pinder, Magnolia Bain, Debra Bodie, Cordell and Marsha Knowles, Bro Carlton Wilkinson and family, Staff of K Souse House, Max Dean & Family, Godfrey Burnside & Family, Prince & Christine Whitley, Eric McKinney, Michael Tucker, Lionchell Major, Cherly Major, Enoch Ferguson, Elsa Jones, Staff of General Appliance, Leonardo Guillaumae, Erick McKinney, Gayle Adderley & Family, “Kiefers Sporting Lounge, Ortland H. Bodie, Dwayne & Deborah Josey, Gregory Archer, Doctors and Staff of Medical Surgical Ward West of Princess Margaret Hospital including Dr. Nottage, Dr. Johnson, Dr. Rolle, Dr. Francis, Dr. Turnquest, and Dr. Drumeco Bowleg, Dr. Ingrid Bonaby, Fr. Simeon Roberts and members of St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church, and the many valuable vendors and customers of Craven’s Bakery.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time

Death Notice for

LOLITA CHERISSE MARSHALL,

62

a resident of #14 Dignity Way, Dignity Gardens, died at PMH on Monday, May 12, 2025.

She is survived by her husband: Drexel Marshall; 1 daughter: Tanya Ferguson; 2 sons: Teko & Terrence Ferguson; 8 grand children, 2 sisters: Sharon Hanna & Paulette Smith; 1 brother: Gregory Smith; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends

Funeral arrangements will be anounced later

Funeral Services for

SHAQUILLE TREVON O’NEIL DEMERITTE SR., 30

a resident of St. Catherine’s Canada & formerly of Nassau, Bahamas, will be held at Living Waters Kingdom Ministries, Warren Street, on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Chief Apostle Raymond Wells, assisted by Pastor Basil Johnson. Interment follows in Western Cemetery, Nassau Street.

He leaves behind his precious children: Shaquille Demeritte Jr., Hazel Demeritte, and bonus daughter Nye’asia, who were the center of his world. He was the cherished son of Margaret Bethel and Larry Demeritte Sr. Shaquille is survived by his sisters: Shannell Thompson, Lashan Davis, and Shanika McKenzie (Kristan McKenzie); and his brothers: Larry Demeritte Jr. (Alyssa Demeritte), Nathan Rolle, and Shannon Demeritte. He was a loving uncle to Ariel, Nevaeh, Emery, Kenris, Keilani, Estella, Zamaire, Elijah, Gregory, Genesis, and Josiah. He is remembered by his aunts: Mitchelle Molly, Alsadie, Tamika Bethel, Valdeshia Bethel, Sheila Demeritte, Claudian Burrows, Jackie Demeritte, Audrey Demeritte, and the late Sandria Demeritte. And by his uncles: the late Trevel Bethel, and Wilmore Bethel, Vanduke Bethel (Carolyn), Christopher Bethel, Peter Demeritte, Tay Demeritte, and Charles Demeritte. His legacy lives on in a host of beloved cousins: Inderia, Terez, Tahiry, Spurgeonique, Ketra, Ahmad, Tajhanique, Tajhanae, Stephano, Ashantae, Safiya, Justin Jr., Ja’Kari, Edmund Jr., Ashton Sr., Ashton Jr., Okeshia, Delton, Delnisha, Delmontae, Delmontre, Damon, Vanlyn, Makayla, Vandia, Makai, Shaquon, Akari, Meelaya, Witia, Wilmore, Valeria, Stephinell, Moses, Chantia, Christine, Christopher Jr., and Vashawn. Special friends include Anoushe, Nigella, Cobbie, and Kandice, who stood by him through life’s joys and challenges. Shaquille was blessed with many godparents: Lisa Miller Deveaux, Patricia Symonette, Denise Ferguson, and Robert Brown. With heartfelt appreciation, the family extends thanks to: Phillipa Ferguson & Family, Jennifer Rolle & Family, The Picking Family, Cynthia, Stacia & Family, Madluck & Family, Bain Street & Eneas Lane Family, Rupter Dean Lane Community, Adoleson Health Clinic, Sis. Yolanda Bullard & Staff, Lala & Family, Donnie Miller & Family, MP Mr. Wayde Watson (Bains & Grant’s Town), The Executive Board Members, The Coconut Climbers & Coconut Guys, The entire TikTok Family, Impact Waste LTD, C.R. Walker Senior High School, Peaches Dawkins & Family, Jeannie Scarvel & Family, Teaneea

Brown & Family, Cheryl Sand & Family, Kathleen Hart & Family, Jade Boamy & Family, Yvonell O’Neil & Family, Michelle & Family, Merciless & Family,Tanya Stuart & Family. Shaquille’s legacy is one of love, resilience, and connection. He made everyone feel like family. Though his time with us was brief, the impact of his life will be everlasting.

Rest in peace, Shaquille. You will never be forgotten.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

CYNTHIA THERESA

GILBERT, 68

a resident of Dumping Ground Corner, will be held at St. Bede’s Catholic Church, St. Margaret Road, on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be Deacon Dennis Mackey. Cremation will follow.

Left to cherish Cynthia’s memories are: her son, Arlington Bethel, Arlington Jr. and Allythia Bethel; Brothers: Andrew (Johnniemae) Gilbert of Freeport, Grand Bahama and Keith Gilbert; Nieces and nephews: Sharon Benson, Shakira Gilbert, Lauraine Benson, Ann and Clint Gilbert of Freeport and Godfrey Benson; Aunt: Irene Taylor Clarke. Other Family and friends include: Herman Taylor, Marva Pratt, Sandra Pratt, Bonnie Pratt, Adrianne Saunders, Patricia Clarke, Debra Gibson, Denise Clarke, Maxine Bullard, Diane Knowles, Alfreda Gaitor-Cox, Dion Pratt, Eugene Pratt, Sherman Clarke, Craig Gibson, Jennifer Braynen, Sylvia White, Jill Meeres, Deacon Dennis (Estelle) Mackey, the staff of Bahamas Association of the Physically Disabled and many others too numerous to mention

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 1-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 1:00 p.m. until service time.

Death Notices

for ELLERY JANE WALLACE-TUCKER, 79

a resident of Denver Street, died at PMH on Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

She is survived by her husband: Aubrey Tucker Sr.; 4 daughters: Debbie Smith, Georgette Scavella, Aubrice Tucker & Fiona Smith; 3 sons: Quentin Tucker, Samuel Cleare & David Tucker; numerous grand & great grandchildren; 2 sisters: Warfield Wallace & Beryl Brown; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

MR. IVAN FORBES SR., 83

a resident of Lancelot Drive, Blue Hills Estates & formerly of Mars Bay, South Andros, died at his residence on Thursday, May 8, 2025.

He is survived by his 9 daughters: Oralee & Sharon Forbes, Anoush Gould, Bessieann Rolle, Samantha Forbes, Danara Strachan, Jere, Elizabeth & Aaliyah Forbes; 2 sons: Ivan Jr. & Ivan III; numerous grand & great grandchildren; 2 sisters: Oralee Alcorn of Staten Island, New York & Nora Cooper; 2 brothers: Arlington & Cedric Forbes; 1 aunt: Elsie Smith; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Death Notice For

Erlin Christopher Sawyer Sr., 73

of Bailey Town, Bimini, Bahamas passed away peacefully at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, May 5th, 2025.

He is survived by his children: Chrisette Sawyer, Erlin Christopher Sawyer Jr., Pavon & Pedro Dean, Peninsula Dean Kelly, Delviechio Dean (deceased), Joesph Tarver and Ella Moore; grandchildren: Chrishae Rolle, Eduardo Brennen, Aaliyah & Dinari Sawyer, Patranae Dean, Antwonea & Cynard Dames, Tristan Kelly Jr., Delviechio Dean Jr. & D’nasia Rutherford, Klee & Pavon Dean Jr.; siblings: Jackie Adderely, Constance Edwards, Vince, Barry & Joseph Sawyer, Debbie Seymour, Eric Sherman Sawyer, Darlene Gruit, Carolyn Hanna, Dwight Sawyer (deceased) and other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to St. Ambrose Funeral Home and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Leo Lawrence Rodgers, 78

of Gulfstream, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, 11:00am at Pilgrim Baptist Church, St. James Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Snr. Pastor Rev. Dr. Leroy Major assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will be held in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Leo was pre-deceased by his parents: Reverend Dr. Lawrence Will & Dot Arlene Rodgers; sisters: Judy Diana Rodgers and Debra Rodgers-Davis; adopted brother: Dean Martin.

Left to cherish his memories are his loving and devoted wife of 24 years: Clarivel Rodgers; sons: Burton Rodgers, Lawrence (Tanya) Rodgers, Sargent Leo (Nedra) Rodgers, Dr. Leetravino Deveaux-Rodgers, Kyle (Monisha) Rodgers (Florida), Laron and LeAndrew Rodgers; step son: Herbert (Carol) Lightbourne; adopted sons: Dario Deveaux, Courtney Smith; daughters: Lashone Wendy Rodgers, Min. Lindell Grace Rodgers, Dr. Lashon (Dr. Kevin Storr) (Texas), Lechryl (Nelson) Barrette (Florida), Leona (Kirk) Young, Min. La’Vonne (Elder Roskeino) Neely, Latarisha Brejae and Leanna Rodgers; adopted daughters: Shandy Deveaux, Monique (Daryl) Harvey (Chicago), Shanshayee (Senior Lieutenant Roberto D.) Adderley; brothers: Sidney (Alice) Rodgers, Don (Elder Tonette) Rodgers, Terrance, Michael & Roy Rodgers, Bernard (Gia) Rodgers; adopted brothers: Garfield (Elvira) Johnson, Randy Curtis; sisters: Jacqueline Davis Rodgers (New York), Ginger (Maurice) Grant (New Jersey), Jillian and Gina Rodgers, Terrecita Harrison, Brenda White & Audrey Rodgers (Florida); adopted sisters: Sherry Diggiss, Brenda Martin, Laurice Bernard; mother-in-law: Adelaida Veras (Santa Domingo); brothers-in-law: Anthony Lightbourne Sr., Emilio and Bernardino Ferreira V. (Santa Domingo); sisters-in-law: Analuisa, Minerva, YLeana Romelinda Ferreira V. and Juana de Los Santos (Santa Domingo); numerous grandchildren including: Krystle, Kortney and Burton Rodgers Jr., Lasaundra, Lateisha and Lawrence Rodgers Jr., Ajaran and Shelton Hall, Leah, Leondre, Leo Jr., Levon and Leandra Rodgers, Lynreshay, Ivrinique and Ivry Johnson Jr., Gabrielle, Jordan, Muriel and Kevin Storr Jr. (Texas), Valrene, Laquoya and Gabrielle Young, Justin and Aaliyah Barrette (Florida), Laquisha, Kirk Jr. and Grace Young, A’Zariah, Jaaziel, Zakiya and Zuri Neely, Kaylee, Ksyleen, Kylie, Kehlis and Prince Karlisle Rodgers (Florida), Logan, Aidan, Scarlet, Loren and Serenity Rodgers, Ma’laysia McKenzie, Halo Burrows; great grandchildren: Ryan and Arabella McIntosh, Ava Rye Mohammad, Amir Agramonte and Zayne Barrette (Florida); numerous nephews including: Alfred Jr. (Maria) Davis, Shean Davis (New York), Sidney Davis (Florida), Steven Davis, Jamal (Brittany) Rodgers, Maurice Jr. and Dimitri Grant (New Jersey), Juan, Ron, Kriston and Kahlin Rodgers, Sean (Nyochee) Rodgers (Turks and Caicos), Tawari (Cheryl) Rodgers (Florida), Lawrence (Claire) Rodgers (Atlanta, GA), Dario and Terrod Rodgers, Doncolleon

(Kishnell) Rodgers (Atlanta, GA), Rajheim (Chanta) Rodgers (North Carolina), Anthony Jr., Anwar, Antwuan and Antonio Lightbourne, Darren, Justin, Don Jr. and Zavion Rodgers, Phillip Scott, Durran Bastian and Clent Rodgers (Florida), McKelle Rodgers, Anwar (Elaine) Rolle, Dec. Renard (Cleo) and Deon White, Roy Jr., Jeremy and Unochea Rodgers Sr., Aaron Clark, Terrance (Eve) and Leevan (Kenva) Archer, Marvin Davis, Remardo and Bernard Rodgers Jr.; numerous nieces: Shamon (Capt. Brent) Edwards, Antonia and Anthonice Lightbourne, Monea (Travis) Albury, Terrell Treeco and Shadell Rodgers (Florida), Dawn & (Chance) Campbell, Amore Rodgers, Duquesa Dean (Trevor) Bain, Teresita (Pastor Cranston) Evans, Christal (Ricardo) Augustus, Gail (Neil) Andrews, Renette and Chanika White, Vernell, Ursula, Kia and Berlinda Rodgers; adopted niece: Deidre (Asst. Superintendent Berkley) Johnson; uncles & aunts: Thomas Dorsette (Florida), Eleanor (Robert) Elliot, Anita (Paul) Cooper; numerous grandnieces and nephews including: Nequan Davis, Tyrique, Tyeisha, Taijah, Kaylesha, Kiarra, Jamia, Janai, Laquish, Terrunique, Jasmine and Unochea Rodgers Jr., Jatte Newton, Jada Silvera, Cheyenne, Lashay, Leevanya and Leevan Archer Jr.; numerous relatives including: the Dorsett’s of Florida: Anthony (Kathy) Dorsett, Phillip-Howard (Vertez) Dorsett, Nena (Willie) Floyd, Sharon (Howard) Bowe, Mark (Barbara) Dorsett, Bernard (Leslie) Dorsett, Patrick (Helen) Dorsett, Donald (Lisa) Dorsett, and Denise Dorsett, Kevin Cumberbatch, Charles Rodgers (Florida), Crystal Hicks (Canada), Kenwood Kerr, Min. George (Min. Carolyn) Rodgers, Joanne Johnson, Rose Richards, Jackie Ash, Debbie (Andrew) Dorsette, Louise, Vincent & Trevor Harris, Anishka Strachan, Elizabeth Hepburn, Kirk Gibson, Sandra Mungin, Deidre (Rodrick) McPhee, Daron (Francis) Rodgers (Florida), Gregory (Lynette) Rodgers (Kansas), Carl Jr. (Janet) Rodgers (Atlanta Georgia), Leena, Marva & Anthony Jervis, Michelle Cargill, Steven Elliot, Chris (Minez) Sherman, Christine (Martin) Vonde Linde, Val, Lee (Rev. Willish) Johnson, Gurth Jr., Debbie, Keith (Nicky) Knowles, Theresa (Dennis) Gomez, Edward and Kevin Cooper; other relatives and friends include: Patsy Dorsett, Retired ASP Agatha Rodgers, Orlene Yallop, Yvonne Taylor, Bridgette Woodside, Brenda Williams, Alfred G. Richards, Clifford Davis, Rufus Johnson, Doug Burns, Rony Etienne, family of the late Douglas and Alexander Rodgers, the late Muriel Taylor, the late Cressal & Dorothy Clarke, the late Isora Forbes, the late Carol & Helen Johnson, the late Rosemary Kerr, the Knowles’ family, the entire Rodgers family of Kemp’s Bay, Andros, the community of Freetown Lane, Sutton Street, Kemp Road, Sea Breeze Estates and Gulfstream, Timothy Greenan and Omar Messia; special thanks: Pastor Leroy & Sis. Curlene Major, officers and members of Pilgrim Baptist Temple, management & staff of Bonaventure Medical Lab., Dr. Margo Munroe, Dr. Evans, Dr. Wells. Dr. Lynnwood Brown, Dr. Valentine Grimes and Dr. Roper, PMH Male Medical and Surgical Ward, Rick Fox, Robert Carron, Adam Darville, Bahamas Academy Class of ’82, Sundae Cooper, Island Destination Services, Ray & Wendy Munnings (U-Star Video), Beaufort Curtis (cameraman), Avis Car Rental, Burton Wallace, Equilibrium Events and Tory Austin of Bahamas Livery Association.

Viewing will be held on Friday in the Celestial Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary & Crematorium Limited Robinson & Soldier Roads from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the church from 9:30am until service time.

Funeral Service For

Floretta Walkes, 55

affectionately called “Flo or Florence”

of Sunset Meadows and formerly of Nicholl’s Town, North, Andros, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, 11:00am at Church of God of Prophecy, Conch Sound North, Bahamas. Officiating will be Apostle Phalmon Alexander Ferguson, United Faith Ministries assisted by Pastor Benjamin Pratt. Interment will be in the Conch Sound Memorial Park, North Andros, Bahamas.

Memories will forever linger in the hearts of her parents: Alexander & Dororthy Walkes; children: Stantia Woodside, Lashanda Lewis, Mario & Giorgio Tynes and C’Nyq Dames; grandchildren: C’quan Adderley, Deondre & Skylar Wilson and Omari Tynes; siblings: Agatha (Henderson) Bowe, Elcid & Alesa Evans, Joan & Hugo Pratt, Natasha Evans, Christine & Gary Hanna, Cynteish Walkes, Ricardo (Carlyn) Walkes and Beulah Laing, Ngaio Hinsey, Fredina & Stephen Scoles and Jandara Smith; neices & nephews: Brian Riley, Heneka & Henniqua Rolle, Dominick & Cymonne Evans, Elli Evans, Charles Brown, Laniecia Pedican, Zahria, Luke, Kyle & Hadassah Hanna, Tejuan Minus, Angel, Storm, Phoenix & Star Pratt and Miracle Roxbury, Alexandria Moss, Brandon Oliver & Garise Hanna, Sara & Giovanni Knowles, Rennard, Rakim & Lorence Evans Jr., PC4566 Nigel & Tetrae Lafluer, Rykadra, Ricardo Jr., Keanu & Ricario Walkes, D’Arj, Ellise & Shekinah Laing and Aiden Bowleg, Taje McPhee and Camryn Scoles; grandnieces & nephews: De’Ari Saunders, Isaiah Rolle, Te’naiya & Tejuan Minus Jr., Rennard Evans Jr., Zachary Knowles, Jayden Evans, Brayden Williams, Legin & Legacy Lafluer, Kaden, Jake, Jack & Raven Walkes, Eli & DeAndre Laing, Aavya Hanna, Daniecio Burrows, Kirk Jr., Britany & Miracle Pedican, Stephen Marcus Brown Sr, Vernique Smith, Gabrielle Brown; aunts & uncles: Audley & Buelahmae Fowler, Benneth Knowles, Floyd & Delores Walkes, Roscoe & Linda Walkes, Roslyn & Melby Smith, Iris Dean, Pastor Jennifer Roberts, Barbara Walkes, Freddie Hinsey, Sandra & June Walkes and Charles Rolle; adopted children: Sitirah Tynes, Claudettte Delancy, Heath Campbell, Greg Barr, Valencia Williams, Reagan Evans and David Scott; adopted sisters: Sophia Miller,

Maralyn Adderley, Vashanella Hill, Joycelyn Adderley, Mablene Burrows; god father: Randolph (Brookie) Mackey; cousins: Deborah Finley, Mary Brown, Philip, Timothy, Stephen, Mark, Mathew, Ava and Audlene Fowler, Patrick, Christopher, Tyrone, Carl, Robert, Kendrick, Charles, Henry, William Knowles and Arlene Symonette, Julian, Kevin, Courtney, Geno, Jeremy Rolle, Charlsa & Marie Bowleg, Dianne, Luanne, Joshua, Solomon & Helga, Shadrach, Phillip, Jonathan Knowles & Anthia Miller, Deborah Newton, Leroy, Tyrone, Shawn, & Moesha Brooks, Falan Smith, Nikita Burrows, Collin Books, Shavorn Miller, Bennika Knowles, Kerry Evans, JennamaeRussell,Judy Prosper, Shelton Smith, Shannette Mackey, Shandy Evans, Angela & Macquel Hanna, Esley, Nigel & Joseph Brown & Ruthnell Porter, Agatha Williams, Chief SUPT Sabrena Porter, Thomas Porter, Cyprianna, Peggy Antonio, Lawson & Kevin Clarke, Shane Moxey, Saulie, Herbie & Andrew Dean, Tara, Mikey, Rusty, Shawn, Derren, Rio, Deandra Walkes and Kenny Mackey, Charmony, Floyderia & Deandra Walkes, Andrea, Samantha, Tiki, Kiki, Kizmet & Shannon Walkes, Sansiree Miller, Dale & Charmaine Rahming, Tomeko Gaitor, Dionne Pratt, Monique Walkes & Shanique Henfield, Chris Rolle, Angelica Marshall Ashwin, Christian, Creflo, Prescott Walkes; other relatives & friends: Rev. Angelo and Marzetta Rolle & Family, Michael Tynes & Family, Nathaniel Pratt & Family, Una Bain & Family, Cecil Dames & Family, Peggy Ojea & Family, Jen, Stephen & Shalease and Wayde Russell, Peggy & Ricky Treco and Family, Stanley Woodside, Alma Russell & Family, Kingsley Webster Fowler & Beer Pressure Family, BDOCS ‘A’ Recruit Squad 2016, Staff of Chives Cafe, Kimberley Weech & Family, Albertha Pratt & Family, Ellavese Godfrey & Family, the entire Pratt Family, Apostle Hellen Scott & Family, Lavon Dames & Family, Hervie Culmer, BDOCS Medical Department, Michael & Joan Russell, Henry Gibson, Sonia Dill, Lisa Armbrister, Beverly Maycock, Jovan Dickson, Sandra Fowler & Family, Portia Smith & Family, Ruby Evans & Family, Karissa and Audril Farquharson, Brendalee, Perry Heastie, Gleanor Percentie & Family, Ken & Shirley Rolle, BTC Andros, Bertrum Murphy & Family, Melva Storr & Family, NAHS Class of ’85, Marshall Family of Red Bays, Keith Treco & Family, Deanna Christie & Family, Kisha Hunter, Marilyn Grant, Deanne Conyers, Munroe Family, Freeman Johnson, Hands For Hunger Family, The Community of Conch Sound, The Entire North Andros Community.

Viewing will be held at Restview Memorial Mortuary & Crematorium Limited Robinson & Soldier Roads on (TODAY) Thursday from 10:00am -5:00pm and on Friday from 10:00am – 2:00pm and on Saturday at Church of God of Prophecy, Conch Sound, Andros from 9:30am until service time.

Memorial Service For

Rev’d. Canon

Lamuel Wellington Been, 86

of St. John’s & Dominica Street, Golden Gates #2, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Salt Cay, Turks & Caicos Islands will be held on (TODAY) Thursday, May 15, 2025, 7:00 pm at St. George’s Anglican Church, Montrose Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas. Officiating will be Fr. Andrew Toppin and Fr. Bernard Been assisted by other ministers of the clergy.

Left to cherish his fond memories are his daughters: Deborah Greene, Betty-Ann Been and Michelle Williams; sons: Derek, David, Bernard and Brian Been; son-in law: William Greene (deceased) and Vernon Williams; daughters-in-law: Shonia Thomas-Been, Sandra Been and Jo-Ann Been; brothers-in-law: Ronald Francis of the U.S.A., Earle Taylor of Freeport and Harold Taylor of California; sisters-in law: Monica Been, Betty Taylor of Freeport, Hazel Taylor of Nassau, Tinnie Taylor of California, Mary Francis of the U.S.A., Patsy and Barbara Taylor; grandchildren: Chelsea Been, Alexander and Andrew Been; great grandchildren: Nyobi and Abinee Fields; nephews and nieces: Eustace (Leonza) Been, Theodore (Lorna) Been, Eric (Valarie) Been, Benjamin (Rosenae) Been and Kevin (Janice) Been, Marjorie Williams, Veronica Been, Barbara (Ferrington) Gardiner and Gillian (Paulette) Been; Mario, Caprina, Katarvia, Kataran and Katarlah Taylor; Nikeva Ariza, Anna-Alicia (Maxius) Berthier, Terrell, Harold Jr, Trumaine, Patrina. Jennifer and Cassandra Taylor, Dileecia Taylor and Darianna Louison, Damali Lily, Kobie Lily, Yaa Mone Oppong; grand and great nephew and nieces: Caden, Caleb, Xyon, D’marion, Raylan, Maddison-Grace, Kasside, Mario Jr., Rashad, Antonio, Kayline, Darnelle, Moeisha, Raniesha, Terrell Jr., Tanae, Scott, Floyd (Taiywatie), Kesha, Hakeem, Shenika ( Lindsay), Tuere, Jasmine (George), Sherkira, Shaquan, Theo (Melissa), Jamal, Adrianne (Christopher), Rose, Angie, Avianne, Keriann, Tyreake, Tyler, Briann, Britty, Tiarra, Taylin, Kervin Jr., Amelia, Shaquan Jr., Jadin, Leah, Liam, Omni, Carmelo, Bethany, Carnor, Jah-Aya, Christopher Jr., Kimberly, Melanie, Harper, Harley, Harley, Ayven, Taryn and Tanai; cousins: Alfred Been, Dorothy Francis, Jerline Roker, Cecilly Roker, Winnifred Jennings, Holton Dickenson, Patricia Simmons; Families of the Been’s, Garland’s and the Gibson’s, Whynn’s, Forbes of North Caicos; god children: Flexie Talbot, Colin Hawkins, John Glenn Hanchell, Linda Smith, Alfred Smith, Richard Taylor, Gwella Aneston, Jeanerie Robinson, Barbara Taylor, Nixon Dickenson, Andrew Knowles, Margaret Fulford, Travis Simons, Andrew Knowles, Calvin Astwood, Calvin and Maurice Williams and Cerdric Selver; families & individuals: Saunders, Lightbourne and Astwood families; Wilfred and William Thomas and Family; Edwin and Jonathan

Lightbourne and Family, Derek and Betty-Ann Roberts and family; Neville and Lillian Adams; Beverly Burns and Family; Surace and Dr. Helen Bhagwandin and Family; Eric and Mavis Smith, Kenneth and Evelyn Adams, Chester and Naomi Smith, Hon. Josephine and Joe Connolly, Edna and Collin Sterlin, Arabella Smith and family; Lewis Smith and Family; Lea and Jean Astwood; Walter and Clarabell Garland and family Dr. Leopold & Hon. Cynthia Astwood; Emmanuel and Ella Missick; Sandfra Foster, Thomas Family and Pauline Saunders and Family; The Glintons of South Caicos; Lilieth Allen, Fr. Curtis Robinson and Family; extended family groups: Ewing, Gibson, Fulford, Robinson, Williams, Wilson, Been, Adams, Taylor, Ingham, Grant, Francis, Malcolm, Gardiner Butterfield, Quant, Dickenson, Durham, Hawkins, Seymour, Missick, Thomas, Smith, Simmons, Simons and Clarke families; churches served: The Parishes of St. Thomas, St. John and St. George of South Caicos and St. Monica (TCI); St. Georges (New Providence), St. Luke’s, St. Columba, St. Joseph, St. Mary Magdalene, St. Mary the Virgin and St. Michael & All Angels of South Eleuthera; Our Lady and St. Stephen, Bimini and the wider Anglican Community.

Viewing for the PUBLIC will be held at St. George’s Anglican Church, Montrose Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas on (TODAY) Thursday from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Funeral Services will be held at The Parish Church of St. Thomas, Grand Turks and Caicos Islands on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00am.

Death Notice For Harvey Davis, 78

of Kite Terrace, Monastery Park, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Exuma, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, May 8, 2025.

He is survived by his life partner: Sandra Pinder; daughters: Tamara Davis, Janet Williams, Cora Jones, Lakeisha Strachan and Anastacia Cash; son-in-law: Cedrick Cash Sr.; siblings: Enoch and Cora Davis; grandchildren: Taneil, Harold Jr., LaPorsha, Timeka, Gabriel, Bryce, Le’Yante, Larry Jr., Lameka, Trinear, Dwight, Le’Shante’, Rickia, Cedrick Jr., Cody, Darcel, Joneka, Brittany and Joel; great grandchildren: Cylee, Aleyna, Alkino, Jael, Koree, Miguel Jr., Cody Jr., Adrian, Caliv, Calkai’sar; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Memorial Service For Death Notices For

Dahuran Raheem Simmons, 29

of Victory Road of Mackey Street, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025, 10:30am at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, West Hill Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Fr. Glen Nixon. A Private Interment will be held.

He is survived by his mother: Bridget Wallace; father: Darron Simmons; grandparent: Kevin Woods; son: Gabriel Simmons; siblings: Todney Rolle, Deja Simmons, Georgelto Kelly and Lester Gibson Jr.; aunts: Joann (Alfred) Simmons-Johnson, Delphlee Simmons-Pryce, Ardenecia (Rodney) SimmonsForbes and Marilyn Simmons, Joyce Small, Margaret, Kaylencia, Keva, Kenva, Beryl, Anita and Cil Wallace; uncles: Jeffrey (Lillian) Simmons, Sydney (Kappy) Simmons, Franklyn Simmons Jr., Dwayne (Aneska) Simmons, Wellington Wallace and Preston Wallace; nephew: Kiari Simmons; cousins: Jayshree and Arjohwa Johnson, Latisha Munroe, Latoya, Deanna and Frankdesha Simmons, Shakena and Caleb Shakespeare, Aaron Pryce, Alexandria Forbes, Kiajh, Khaliel and Khyrie Munroe, David Davarj Rahming, Keary and Tranay Simmons, Mulan Wood, Tina and Shavanda Watkins, Julian Miller, Terrance, Viola, Sheena, Christina, Kikki, Stephanie, Keylesa, Keyshawn, Gino, Andre, Resie, Johnathan, Welly, Paulette, Raquel, Beryl, Margo and Sandra Wallace (USA); best friend: Cj; special friend: Aaliyah Rox; other relatives and friends including: Marion Kemp, Niky Gaitor, Carolyn Johnson, Darial Smith (USA), Constance Gibson, Giselle McPhee, Maria Symonette and family, The Staff of Princess Margaret Hospital, Accident & Emergency Trauma Room, The Staff of Sandilands Rehabilitation, Fr. Glen Nixon and the community of St. Frances Xvaier Cathedral and the management and staff of Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited.

A Private Interment will be held. There will be no Public Viewing

Mary McKenzie Williams, 80

of Jacaranda Street, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Exuma, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, May 1, 2025.

She is survived by her children: Agnes McKenzie, Lenora McKenzie, Cherrilyn McKenzie Strachan, Arnold McKenzie and Alforn McKenzie; sister: Dorolene Rolle; grandchildren: Arnold, Akeel, Arnisha, Aran, Arnoldo McKenzie, Joeneisha Adderley, Frederick Sands, Rodger Strachan Rodia Saunders, Alforn Jr., Azaria, Alfonique McKenzie, Shantel Powell, Michael and Lamont McKenzie Danielle Bain Shevette Strachan, Marinique Prosper, Daniel Bain, Angelo Rolle, Ezekiah Edwards, Larise Brown; daughters-in-law: Sophia and Tanya McKenzie; son-in-law: Cordell Carey; numerous great grandchild and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Bersel MaxWellington Lightbourn, 78

of Pine Yard Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

He is survived by his only sister: Catherine Musgrove; nephew: Samuel F. Gardiner; grandnieces: Aisha & Sanaa Musgrove; great grandnephew: Aiden Kemp; aunts: Elizabeth “Lizzie” Rolle & Nena Curtis; numerous cousins: children & descendants of the late Rosanna Curtis-Brown, Albertha Curtis, Wilfred Curtis, Virginia Curtis, Theophilus Curtis, James Curtis, George Curtis, Elizabeth (Lizzie) CurtisRolle and Arthur Musgrove and a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Brenoid Asquith Glinton, 56

of Sunset Meadows Subdivision died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, May 5th, 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Lorie Glinton; mother: Agnes Glinton; son: Selando Gilnton; daughters: Breanna McKenzie (Dillon Jr.), Brittney Glinton; siblings: Kenrique Glinton, Keno Glinton (Tanya), Keisha Poiter Kardo Glinton, Venita Turner; grandchildren: Aryanna Glinton, Samir Glinton, Karter McKenzie and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Death Notices

For

Wilfred Hanna Jr., 55

of Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas died at his residence on Saturday, May 10, 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Lovely Hanna; mother: Rev. Kathleen (Cassie) Neely; daughters: Katherian Clarke and Treasure Hanna; sons: Wilfred III and Wilante Hanna; sisters: Delli Hanna, Lucy Farrington and Patricia Miller; adopted sister: Latoya Russell; adopted brothers: Don and Gershom Pinder; aunts: Uleane and Rev. Fredericka Johnson and Susan McCardy; special friend: Nora Ann Bain; relatives and friends including the entire community of Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Catechist Annie Elizabeth Williams, 82

of Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas and formerly of Crown Haven, Abaco died at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas on Sunday, May 4th, 2025.

She is survived by her husband: James Williams Sr.; daughters: Bernadine, Brenda and Nadine; sons: Jerome, John and Darren; adopted daughters: Ivy Maycock, Denise Ferguson, Zelma Sawyer, Jeanniene Dorsett and Andrea Johnson; adopted sons: Edward, Augustine, Lluellyn, Clifford, Harrison, Joseph, Lynden, Deno and Sean Williams; numerous grand and great grandchildren; sister: Nathalie Russell; Brother: George Russell; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Arrangements for the Funeral Service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.

Funeral Services For

Mr. Basil Miller Jr., 60

of #8 Fortune Village, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 17th, 2025, 10:00 a.m. at Church of the Ascension, West Beach Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Archdeacon Earl Hepburn assisted by Father Rudolph Cooper. Interment will follow at Grand Bahama Memorial Park, Frobisher Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama.

He was predeceased by his sister: Annalise Miller.

Precious memories will linger in the hearts of his mother: Nathalie Miller; beloved companion: Beryl Ferguson; sister: Stacey Roberts; children: Basil III, Andria and Ajee’ Miller; grandchildren: Antonae Miller, Basil IV and Brent Miller; bonus children: Regina Miller (Alberto), Regjee Gelin (Leslie), Keturah Bain (Waid), Kendanique Ferguson, Reginald Dean (Tina); bonus grandchildren: Sandi Reid, Sandi Reid, Kennedi-Paige Pinder, Reginald Dean Jr. and Eric Dean, Matthew Taylor, Alyssah and Arianna Miller, Jonniah Scott and Lesly Gelin; nieces: Branee Fyne-Higgs, Kyra Culmer-Lewis, Kennika Culmer, Kenisha Culmer-Otsby, Krishanna Reckley; aunts: Valdez (Christopher) Bowe, Stephanie and Vanesta Poitier, Milicent Pratt, Sybil McKinney and Meg Seymour; uncles: Crispin (Kimberly), Presley and Clyde (Muriel) Seymour, Hartman, Bruno (Lee) and Patrick (Merlean) Poitier, Eugene Cooper; cousins: Lorca, Chelsea, Akiri (Rea), Cristopher (Monique) and Carol Bowe, Leslia, Monario, Cristin, Cadre, Presley Jr., Tyler and Trenton Seymour, Mychal (Adrienne) Connoly, Paulette Thompson, Alonzo (Precola), Marcian (Sabrina), Conjette (Dexter), Michelle, Lori, Dianna and Geno Pratt, Debbie (Lincoln) Ferguson, Darren Rollins, Kyle (Danielle) Alston, Kijanna and Jali (Zoie) Thompson, Karen, Bernadette, Arpege Monet, Kalif (Jacqueline), Philip Jr. (Denise), Tamar (Kimberley), Asha, Imani, Ameera, Lavaughn, Steven and Sean Poitier, Dr. Marcus (Kathleen) Cooper, Tara (Peron) Burnside, Kim (Haddith) Welcome, George Rocky (Nikki) and Gamaal Robinson; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Renee Moss and family, Sybil Forbes, Misty Fritzgerald, Johnny Shandle Ferguson, Harriet “Baby” Johnson and family, Sherry Bethel, Caesar Saunders and family, Sophie Sweeting, Stacy Basden and family, Sophia Carey, Evelyn Forbes, Crystal, Barbara, Sean Thompson and family, Hilton and Jan Bowleg, Fredricka Knowles, Faye Wallace and family, Darren Rollins, Donnie (Ellen) Rolle and family, Uncle Pop, Renee Adderley, Johnny Jones, Lynn Turnquest, management and staff at Viva Wyndam Fortuna, Catholic High Class of 1983’.

Viewing will be held in the “Serenity Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until service time.

Mr. Frederick Victor Laing, 54

of #12A Coach Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 17th, 2025, 1:00pm at Freeport International Ministries, Gambier Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Bishop Sobig Kemp assisted by Elder Mike Smith.

He was predeceased by his mother, Evelyn Lundy; uncles, Theophilus Saunders and Hendfield Saunders; godchild: Trenton Saunders.

Rico’s legacy is one of passion, wisdom, resilience and love. His voice, his vision and his spirit will live on in every life he touched, forever in our hearts of his children: Africayahna and Rajah Laing; grandchildren: Malaysia Denis; brothers: Solomon Frazier, Clyde Lundy Jr., Khalil, Marvin, Andre and Dominic Laing; one and only sister: Bianca Lundy; step sister: Kesia Ambrister; nieces: Asher, Ashanti, Janiyah and Tamia Frazier, Briagernae Douglas and Jordan Laing; nephews: Ashton and Dreshon Frazier, Jaden and Jahran Toote and Clyde Lundy III; father: Frederick Laing; step father: Clyde Lundy Sr.; aunts: Sandra Saunders-Cash and Eunice Pinder; uncles: Presley Saunders, Oleo Saunders, John Saunders and Christopher Saunders; godmother: Leanora Wilson; godchild: Alexandra Roberts; and a host of special friends and family including: Harry McKenzie, Jerome Roberts, Shondra and Rico Russell, Juanita Roberts, Tassie and Shannon Bullard, Jonisha Poitier, Dorel Pratt, Penny Saunders, Shawn Saunders, Bob Saunders, Chris Hamilton, Onassis Rolle, Rocky Saunders, Antonio Saunders Altine Baki and family, Yvette Lundy, Dr. Roopi and family, Desmond Durham, Racquel Gibson, Amber and Aaliyah Guerra, Albert and Carmelita Guerra, Gerard Douglas, Bambi Westcott, Ricky Stephenson, E. Taylor, Kitty Saunders, Stevie and Marlo Hanna, Craig McKenzie.

Viewing will be held in the “Halcyon Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to service time.

Funeral Service For

Mr. Orral Tate, 87

of Sweetings Cay, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 17th, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at Central Church of God, Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Bishop Edwin Pinder assisted by Pastor Freddie Laing Jr. Interment will follow at Grand Bahama Memorial Park, Frobisher Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama.

Precious memories will linger in the hearts of his daughters: Mildred Davis, Ilma Feaster, Ettamae Munroe, and Evelyn Lewis; sons: Erold Tate, Shervin Tate, Joesimon Tate, Livingston Tate, Robert Tate and Steven Tate Sr.; adopted daughter: Nicole Manley (Jamal); daughters-in-law: Alaneta Russell Tate, Joyce Tate, Chalese Tate and Nesheena Tate; sons-in-law: Gregory Munroe, Herbert Feaster Sr. and Zefrick Lewis; grandsons: Marvin Mills, Sherwin Tate (Bradesha), Trumaine Munroe, Greg Munroe, Livingstone Tate Jr., Amard Miller, Calvin Tate, Herbert Feaster Jr. (Tina), Fredrick Feaster, Quinton Davis, Shervin Tate 3rd, Robert Tate Jr., Justice Tate, Myles Martin, Rojade Tate, Rotario Tate, Gabriel Tate, Ravier Tate, Ramier Tate, Jovan Tate, Jamal Tate, Steven Tate Jr. (Branique), Denajh Tate, Nako Brice (adopted), Zeke Lewis, Li’Vere Tate and Li’Mere Tate; granddaughters: Lashanta Feaster Lewis (Joel Jr.), Herberika Feaster, Annamae Feaster, Nakada Walkes, Alysiaune Tate Cooper (Lawrence), Sharise Tate Ferguson (Wilfred), Shanee Tate, Shaunte Tate, Jessica Kemp (Damaine), Julia Munroe, Gregoryann Burrows (Branville) Maria Rolle Bowe (Maurice), Kadejah Tate, Arementha Tate, Terlisa Rigby, Ternesa Smith (Harvey), Nashanda Tate, Shanaan Tate, Jonelle Tate, Diazhanee McIntosh (Lyndon), Monica Woodside (Vaughn), Savannah Lewis, Mya Lewis and Zariah Lewis; great grandsons: Sherwin Tate 4th, Brayden Tate, Jamere Armbrister, Zion Burrows, Shirvin Sawyer Jr., Alan Sawyer, Noah Pajotte, Wilfred Ferguson Jr., Leon Ferguson, Mason Bowe, Rondeo Roberts, Myron Roberts, Omar Lightbourne, Herbert Feaster II, Herbert Feaster III, Zeke Lewis, Davonte Kemp, Davon Kemp, Treyvon Kemp, Gertano Davis, Andreko Rigby, Kenyon Tate, Livingstone Tate, Jonathan Russell, Robert Ramsey, Denard Adderley, Denardo Adderley, Jameko Bartlett, Hakeem Russell, Marvin Mills Jr., Malcolm Mills, Machai Mills, Jaylon McIntosh, Dilyn McIntosh, Theodore Messmen, Landyn Cooper, Kyrie Tate, Zion Burrows, Quinton Davis Jr. and Malik Tate; great granddaughters: Khloe Burrows, Brianna Burrows, Abigail Pajotte, Sarah Ferguson, Morgan Cooper, ShaTavia Tate, Kendell Feaster, Kehini Feaster, Ronstacia Roberts, Gernaii Davis, Paige Manley, Jonae Tate, Serenity Tate, Seanique Ramsey, Ariannah and Aniyah Mondestine, Hailee Smith, Vonnae Woodside, Ja’mya Woodside, Marviniqe Mills, Mariah Mills, Quin’nae Davis, Sanai Battle, Khymora Moss, Mya Tate and Malia Tate; step brother: Otis Carey; sisters: Remilda Feaster, Blossom Davis and Winifret Mitchell; sister-in-law: Arimetha Nixon; numerous nieces and nephews: Willmae Reckley, Advilda Laing, Vernette Thomas, Serreta Carey, Creeva Carey, Vaylen W Carey, Uleece, Elveena Carey, Sharry Carey, Sheila Carey, Judimae Feaster, Maxine, Janine Reckley, Evelyn Carey, Ettamae Carey, Karen Edwards, Sirrell, Susan, Cathy, Ivonne, Larris, Krista,

Diedre, Manon, Velma Carey, Michelle Nixon, Sheila, Loletta, Charmaine, Marion, Rosalind, Maggie Tate, Patrell Tate, Mya Tate, Natasha Bain, Rowena Feaster, Sandra Feaster, Curlane Feaster, Janet Feaster, Vicky Mitchell, Cleora Duncombe, Coraine Russell, Ruth Russell, Father Glen Nixon, Pastor Chester Thomas, Deekan Thomas, Rollins Carey, Vincent Carey, Henford Carey, Sandle Carey, Wain Carey, Howard Thomas, Joe, Walter Reckley, Randy Reckley, Eric Carey, Donald Thomas, Kevin, Kendal, Leslie, Shervin, Mervin Thomas, Devon Thomas, Ian Laing, Moxey, Keith, Ryan Thomas, Demeko, Ricardo, Howard Thomas, Madlin Thomas, Marvin Thomas, Joe Thomas, Kevin, Kendall, Atwell Newman, Leslie, Donald, Anthony, Shervin, Devon, Lynden, Hanford, Ian, John, Emmerson, Keith, Ryan, Demeko, Earnest Tate, Eddison Tate, Clyde Tate, Zendal Tate, Rodney Tate, Lemuel Mitchell, Cleo Mitchell, Tyrone Mitchell, Jereth Jones; numerous grandnieces and grandnephews and a host of other relatives and friends including: Merleane Feaster, Lovely Bevans, Petsy Mott, Marcia, Candy, Annie Thompson, Wilton Thomas, Laura Carey Pandora Bethel, Agnis Carey, Lucretia McIntosh and family, Patrice, Lynette Roberts and family, Rev. Dr. Rudolph Roberts and family, Especially Communities of Sweetings Cay, Lewis Family, entire Staff and Supervisors at the Ministry, East Grand Bahama Family and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Viewing will be held in the “Perpetual Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until service time.

Memorial Service For Businessman, Mr. Mario Donato,

who passed on Sunday, April 27th, 2025, will be held on Saturday, May 17th, 2025, 2:00pm at Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church, East Sunrise Highway, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas. Officiating will be Father Oswald Ferguson assisted by Father Reginald Demeritte and Deacon Jeffrey Hollingsworth.

He is survived by his four children: Toni, Gabie, Dino, and Mario Jr., as well as his grandchildren: Stefano, Matthew, Nicolas and Kyle; son-in-law: Danilo Rulli and Ryan Lowe; he also leaves behind his siblings in Italy: Lia Donato, Dino Donato, Anna Donato and Paolo Donato; sister-in-law: Dee Donato in West Palm Beach, Florida. He now joins his Wife, Gerda Donato, who predeceased him in eternal rest.

Person wishing to sign the Book of Condolences may do in The Foyer at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For

Valerie Louise Hardy, 71

of Central Pines, Abaco, Bahamas and formerly of Sandy Point, Abaco will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, 11:00am at St. Martin Anglican Church, Sandy Point, Abaco. Officiating will be Rev’d. Paulette M. Cartwright. Interment will be held in Sandy Point Public Cemetery, Sandy Point, Abaco.

She wass predeceased by her husband: John “Jack” Hardy; parents: Simeon and Lottie Pinder; brother: Donald Pinder.

She is survived by her daughters: Melissa Newbold, Vanessa, Serena and Cassandra Hardy; son: John Hardy; siblings: Catechist Benjamin Pinder, Leanza Beneby, Monica Adderley, Simeon Pinder, Deborah Benavides, Cathy Greene, Betty Rolle and Patrece Williams; sisters-in-law: Brickell Pinder, Estelle Pinder, Diane Allerdice (UK) and Margaret Pollington (UK); brothers-in-law: Qubel Rolle, Neftali Greene, Daniel Benavides, David Williams, David Allerdice (UK) Philip and Terry Pollington (UK), Jim Hardy; grandchildren: Faron Jr. and Falone Newbold, John Laneko, Johnathan, Chyna Ashanti, Hajjah Makhia & Gabriel Hardy, Dontè Zilma Victoria Hardy, Shiloh and Brianna Strachan, Jack Edgecombe, Alissa Swain, Nathan Hardy, Jamia and Ethan Green and Kyle Jones; great grandchildren: Selene Newbold, Zayden Hardy, Amari Moreau and Lynden Sevyn Rolle; nieces and nephews: Chief Justice Constance and Shervin Delancy, Terrence and Denise Pinder, Joycelyn and Alexi Bailey, Roger and Juliette Pinder, Francita and Bartholomew Pinder, Alphonso Jr., Alexander, Catherine, Antonio and Antionett Beneby, Dwight and Anita Pinder, Carla and Michael Zonicle, Della Kelly, Oscar and Sancha Pinder, Lottie and Vaughn Rolle, Carl and Sherville Lightbourne, Quinton and Tamika Pinder, Donald Pinder Jr, Thomas and Nikia Adderley, Trevor and Tamarah Adderley, Michael Adderley Sr., Anthony and Desiree Adderley, Simeon Pinder, Charles Cordell Pinder, Theresa Pinder, Johnathan and Laurn Pinder, Peter, Gabriel and Rianne Pinder, DeAnna and David Benavides, Dwayne and Jessica Greene, Devon and Tamara Greene, Desmond and Latica Greene, Dedra and Robert Michell, Marvin and Sherika Pinder , Alice Jacob Jaleel, Anastacia and Andrew Rolle, Davitta, Nicole and Alisha Williams, Mark and Kelly Pollington, Terri Pollington, Charles Allerdice, Bobby and Babish Pollington; godchildren: David Lightbourn and Edwina Roberts; other relatives and special friends

including: best Friend: Lena Burrows and family, Ismae Stuart and family, Rt. Honorable Hubert Ingraham former Prime Minister of The Bahamas and family, Thersa and Bernard Haynes, Steve and Betty Bethel, Enid and Audrey Dean, Tyler and Julian Dean, Marcus Bethel, Madis Tambre, Eliza Pinder, Senator the Honorable Darren and Deidre Henfield and family, Lorane Burrows and family, Everette and Ethel (Lee) Hart, Peter and Meredith Hardy, Britt and Ann Baker, Greta Strachan, Roderick Strachan, Leslie and Ruby Rolle, Paul Bartlett, Conserve (Ms. Forty) Simeon and family, Anastacia Dawkins, Faron Newbold Sr., Virgie Lightbourn and family, Bishop Silbert and Dolly Mills and Family, Justin and Latesha Decosta, Natasha Albury, Malaysia Taylor and family, Charles Smith Sr. and family, Kendall and Alena Hassett, FCIB (CIBC) family, Ms. Erma Sawyer and family, Derek and Monique Miller, Perkins and Angie Collie, Warren and Patrece Johnson, Al Key and family, Paul and Claudia Pinder, Iris Henchell and family, Pastor Ryan Forbes and family, John Pintard, Rohan and Rhyan Spicer, Travis and Jessica Spicer and Family, Giovanna Lightbourn, Lunn and Helen Lightbourne and family, Lavonne Albury and family, Father Chester Burton, Pastor Earlin and June Baillou, Roscoe Thompson and Family, Ezra, Lloyd and Richard Fox and Family, Beulah Robinson and family, Bernis Pinder and family, Melanie Badmus and family, Glen Cox and family, Frederick and Rowena Pinder, Elijah and Simone Pinder, George, Ashley, Denise and Martin Pinder, Jeanette Moss, Manette and Mark Demeritte, Navidad Mills, Carey and Shavago Dames, Dionne Britton, Stacy Pinder, Pauline Andrew Pinder and family, Bishop Carrington and Sabrina Pinder and family, Verna and George Jenning and Family, Hilda and Arnold Simmons and family, Martha Jones, Reverend Erskin and Virginia Wells and family, Leslie and Gloria Adderley and family, Valerie Dean and family , Cedric and Margo Ferguson and family, Tracey Dean and family, Camille, Dean, Ameace Nonome, Deidre Dean, Clayton Dean, Philip and Celia Albury, Kately Bovery, Alexandria Rolle and family, Sherrelle Fox, Shirley Russell, Christopher and Jessica Turnquest and family, Eric Russell, Brooke Reckley, Elvisa Thompson, The lovely ladies at Kids R US, Patrick Evans and family, Central Pines Community, the Sandy Point Community, The Horticulture society of Abaco, and the Parish of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church. special thank you to the Doctors and Staff of The Marsh Harbour Healthcare Centre, especially Dr. Turner and Dr. Abatayo, Doctors and nurses at P.M.H., Dr. Marc Binard and Dr. James Hull, Dr. Amy Mackey, Reverend Paulette Cartwright, Shelly Austin, Theresa Haynes and Steve Bethel and other relatives and friends.

Viewing will be held at St. Martin Anglican Church, Sandy Point, Abaco, Bahamas on Friday, 16 May, 2025 from 12:00 noon and on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the church from 9:30 am until service time.

Funeral Services For

France Ozias-Labranche, 80

of Treasure Cay, Abaco, Bahamas and formerly of Haiti will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, 11:00am at Full Gospel Assembly, Treasure Cay, Abaco. Officiating will be Pastor Simpson Rudolph McKinney assisted by Sr. Associate Pastor Clint Laroda. Interment will be held in Treasure Cay Public Cemetery, Sand Bank, Abaco.

Mrs. France is survived by her daughters: Philoria Germain, Norvane Baptiste, Claudette Acefaite, Francinette Petit-Phar (deceased) and Kislane Knowles; son: Emanuael, John Claude, Joseph, Weslier Germain and Jackson Jeffer; grandchildren: Sheila, Rodless, Katie and Bloniva Petitphar, Shai’el Moxey, Wisley Germain, Claire-Ange and Micah Joseph, Ruth Atelus, Norma, Jeffery & Samenda Moreau, Chimeldine, Stanchie, Stanley Veriter, Tleychica, Agnerlie and Arjen Baptiste, Hayden Nore, Mike Pierre, Leandro Germain, Ketleine, Franceline and Wensky Charles, Wisnaydine, Kayla, Valentino Pinder, Janopia Fernander, Luvante Pierre, Yvonne Josue and Christina Gibson; great grand-children: Ricardo, Neymar and Sierra Petit-Phar, Renaya and Ivan; siblings: Acedemy Isma, Lavira Isma and Antoinette Michel; nieces, nephews and cousins: Chaulet, indric, Jean_ wilème, Gerdranne, Mackenson, Benson, Yvener, Ronald, Henry_claude, Mona, Beatrice, Rosedania, Cassandra, Joseniva, Black, Byby, Alexis & Anne Sawyer, Anyoli Sawyer, Lisa, Nathelie, Kaylisa Lubin, Kaleb, Esparanta Austral, Wilson & Wilner Austral, Espandeu; in laws: Demacel and Odilus Petit-Phar; others relatives and friends: Rev. Stafford Symonette & Family, Rev. Simpson Rudy McKinney & Family, Nelrose Parker & family, Terry Rolle & Family, Jiranaeu Brutus and Family, Rosemaine Eugene, Pastor Cooper & Family, Lavan McKenize & Family, Rosette Durena & Family, Pastor Ryan Forbes & Family, Williams Family, James Family, The Sawyer Family, Pastor Gary & Family, Bootle Family, Andrew Doute & Family, Messy & family, Auguste Family, Full Gospel Assembly Family and New Haitian Mission Baptist Church and other relatives and friends.

Viewing will be held for the public on Friday at Full Gospel Assembly, Treasure Cay, Abaco from 10:00 am until and on Saturday from 9:30 am until service time.

Bishop Brucelyn Michael McIntosh, 63

of Palm Shores, Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, 10:00am at Friendship Tabernacle, Dundas Town, Abaco. Officiating will be Silbert Mills assisted by Pastor Christine Bostwick. Interment will be held in Central Pines Public Cemetery, Central Pines, Abaco.

He is survived by his wife: Elva McIntosh; sons: Byron and Brandon McIntosh; daughter: Brittany McIntosh; sisters: Sherilee Hunt, Marsha Armbrister, Dominique Rolle, Toy Mandt-Rauch; brother: Garth McIntosh; grandchild: Shanario Breon Neely; sister-in-law: Wilamae McIntosh; brothers-in-law: Charles Hunt, Starfford Armbrister, Alphonzo Rolle, Phillip Mandt-Rauch; nieces: Atia Davermand, Aalexus Knowles, Shanae Murphy, Stephanie Norris-Rolle, Simone Williams, Kathleen Mandt-Rauch, Kaitlyn Mandt-Rauch; nephews: Brad Curry, Charleston Hunt, Gary McIntosh, Gerron McIntosh, Garth Jr. McIntosh, Nathan McIntosh; grandnieces: Brianna, Royalty, A’Ryia, Shadé, Maria, Skylar, Mila; grandnephews: K’Sean, King Cater, Carlton, Mario Jr., Grayson; nephews-in-law: Rodney Davermand, Carlton Rolle, Mario Williams; nieces-in-law: Shanda Curry, Laverne McIntosh; special mentions: Aunty Olivia & The Nesbitt Family, Aunty Marina & The McQueen Family, The Armbrister Family, The Newbold Family, The Sawyer Family, the extended McIntosh Family, The Adderley Family of (Sandy Point), Christine and the Cornish Family and Matthew Darville and other relatives and friends.

Viewing will be held for the public on Friday at Friendship Tabernacle Church, Dundas Town, Abaco, Bahamas from 10:00 am to 12:00noon and on Saturday from 8:30am until service time.

Semi Military Funeral Service for Chief Petty Officer RALPH HAROLD ALEXANDER RICHARDSON, 68

of Fire Trail Road will be held on Wednesday 21st May 2025 at 11.00 a.m. at Grant’s Town Wesley Methodist Church, Baillou Hill Road and Chapel Street, Nassau, Bahamas. Officiating will be Reverend Ricardo Burrows Associate Pastor, Grant’s Town Wesley Methodist Church, Assisted by Sis. Katherine Rose. Interment will follow in Wesley Cemetery Nassau, Bahamas.

Left to cherish loving memories of Ralph are his Wife: Sherliar Richardson; Children: Ternesha, Jamie and Mia Richardson; Sons-in-law: Yadgnick Hepburn and Marvin Murray; Grandchildren: Shiloh, Taniya, Izrael, Zion, McKayla, Halo and Micah and adopted grandson: Reginald Telecien. Siblings: Alfred, Iris, Anthony, Kathryn, Kenneth, Selwyn, Osmond and Stephen Richardson; Sisters-in-law: Daphne, Hazel, Avis, Dellareese, Kimberley, Jennifer Richardson; Jennifer Lusa, Rosemary Russell, Rosea Alexis and Maxine Butler; Brothers-in-law: Robert and Joseph Russell and James Lusa; Nieces: Kamala, Krista, Kerri, Alexandra, Genie, Jan, Ava, Daria, Makhaila, Nadia, and Alissa Richardson; Italya Russell, Sasha Martin, Ronoka Russell, Donnell Gardiner, Lashanda Cleare, Angelica MacDonald, Devonne and Vanessa Lusa, Simmone Cornish, Trelloni and Taya Russell; Nephews: Jason, Christian, Matthew, Jonathan and Daniel Richardson; Jamal Martin, Kyle Smith, Elkino Leonardo and Jarvin Russell, Joven and Jesse Lusa, Cheserae and Detric Butler, Tacoma and Demario Rolle, Jerimy Watson and Sean Coleby; Grand Nieces and Nephews: Amen Richardson. Aunts: Maureen Rahming, Astrid Brookes, Jane Adderley, Joan Foulkes, Gloria Crawford and Merlene Fernander. Cousins: Maxwell (Eve) Poitier, Paula Darcy; Brandford Chase, Hugh (Primrose) Chase, Haldane (Darlene) Chase, Eliese, Arthur, Gail, Renee and Colyn Chase; Rev. Manette Poiter-Cripps, Ida (Kenneth) Turnquest, Spencer Poitier, Wendyi Poitier; Florestine (Dwight) Sawyer, Eric Poitier, Marie (Terrence) Smith; Marcian (Valarie), Lorna and Gerard Mortimer; Lena (Selwyn) Dottin, Carol Morley, Joan (Otto) Fountain, Fredrick and Trevor (Llewelyn) Burgzorg; Michael & Sharon Poitier, Charisse (Alexander) Brown, Claudia (Vaughn) Glinton; Vernelle & Rev. Charles Carey, Patricia (Terrance) Fountain, Sonjia (Bruno) Roberts, Brian (Cassandra) Adderley, Bradley Smith and Brianna Carey; Roosevelt, Dianne and Monique Rahming, Earl (Clare)

Rahming; Joyanne (Daniel) Ferguson, Cheryl (Homer) Bloomfield, Daphne (Graeme) Fraser-Bell, Bill (June) Poitier; Lillian (Oliver) Hutchinson, Newell Neilly, Thelma Hudson, Lisa Butler, Lynette Rolle, Leslie Ellis-Tynes, Camille Hutchinson, Claudine Clarke, Leslie Hutchinson, Cecile Campbell, Cordelia Barnwell, and all their families. Other relatives and friends, Current and former officers and members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, including Eugene ‘Blu’ Thompson; The Ministry of Education and the teachers and staff of R M Bailey including William Zonicle; The Grant’s Town Wesley Methodist Family including Bro. Franklyn Bethel, Bro. Jamiko Forde, Bro. Ricardo McQueen, Bro. Jerome Swan, and Bro. Benjamin Whyte; Rev. Colin Archer, Rev. Carla Culmer; The Adams Family including Ray and Nathaniel, The Clarke and other families of Dawson and Calvin Streets in Danottage Estate. Special Thanks to: Rev. Henry Knowles and Rev. Ricardo Burrows, Sis. Katherine Rose, Sis. Avis Thompson, Bro. Andrew Thompson, Bro. Benjamin Whyte and the officers and members of Grant’s Town Wesley Methodist Church, Dr. Greggory Pinto and Dr. Neo Gaborone at Oaktree Medical & Princess Margaret Hospital.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respect at Evergreen Mortuary located on Village and Park Roads on Tuesday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and again at the church on Wednesday from 10:00am until service time.

Death Notice for (Exuma)

JOVAN MONIQUE GRAY, 46

of Exuma, died on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, at her residence.

She is survived by her, Husband: Quinton Gray Sr.; Children: Quinton Gray Jr and Amia Gray; Brothers: Jermeko Munnings and Terran Nairn; Sisters: Brittany and Camille Nairn; and host of other relatives and friends

Funeral Arrangements has been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary located on Village and Parkgate Roads.

Death Notices for

SHAREL MELINDA MAURA, 66

of Constitution Drive, Chippingham, died on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 at her residence.

Survived by her sons: Bishop Valentino Williams (Pastor Cleopatra), Jumico Maura (Chelsie), Narado Knowles; Grandchildren: Jahleel, Justin and J’Lynn Williams, Jahmai and Cai Maura, Radisha and Narado Knowles; Sister: Antisha Francis; Brothers: Kendal Gaitor and Dwayne Brown; 5 nieces, 4 nephews, 3 grandnieces, 4 grandnephews; and a host of other relatives and friends including Eric Rolle.

Funeral Arrangements has been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary located on Village and Parkgate Roads.

ANTHONY SULLIVAN, 40

of Bamboo Town, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, May 4th, 2025.

He is survived by his Parents: Laura Sullivan & Anthony Taylor; Children: Anthonique Smith & Anthony Sullivan Jr.; Sisters: Antonia Sullivan, Doneka, Donnel, Donesha & Donalease Belle; Brothers: Deangelo & Dario Belle; Numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends who will be mentioned at a later date.

Funeral Arrangements has been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary located on Village and Parkgate Roads.

Funeral Service For

(Red Bay, Andros) Astranique Taylor, 35

a resident of Hillside Park Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Red Bays, Andros, Bahamas will be held at New Salem Union Baptist Church, Red Bays, Andros on Saturday, 17th May, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Reverend Mackey Knowles assisted by Minister Norma-Jean Knowles. Interment will follow in Minnis View Cemetery, Red Bays, Andros.

She was predeceased by her beloved son,: Malik Ezekiel Munnings, whose memory she cherished deeply.

Astranique is survived by her father: Fritzgerald Taylor; mother: Carmetta Taylor; grand parents: Robert Taylor, Mavis Carmetta Ingraham-Taylor, Orville Mott-Coleby, Mary Doris and Benjamin Lewis. (all deceased); god parents: Wayenia Colebrooke, Junior Barr; siblings: Desmond Taylor, Fritzgerald Taylor Jr., Denise Senatus (Gaddy), Geraldean Moss (Tereak), Rifker Lewis, Brittney Bowe, Elvera Russell, Pricilla Goodman and Makesha Lewis, Allison Demeritte (deceased) Danielle (Stephen Newbold); nieces and nephews: Keyanna, Desranae, Alyssa, Jacob, A’Gem, Ivan, Harmony, Blessings, Ameera, Amir, Aiden, Atarah, Acadia, Bryson, Christophe, Jaden and Jack Jr.; aunts and Uncles: Jacqueline Lewis, Flossiemae Colebrook and Issac, Joycelyn (Bruce Balfour Sr.), Nathalie (Rev. Harold Russell Sr.), Florence Lewis (deceased), Elruna Lewis, Terry Russell, Wilton Russell, John Gibson, Donald, Nehemiah, Barry, Rosevelt, Watkin Lewis and Jennifer Colebrook, FCPOD Wayne Taylor (RBDF) and Michelle, Ava and Brian Cargill, Bobette and William Goodman, Kendra Taylor, Astra and Theodore Bain, John Lockhart, Aretha Russell, Mazera Mason, Felix Bowleg; grand aunt and uncles: George Woodside, Florence Grant, Cecil Marshall, Rev. Rudell Marshall, James Eric Ingraham (Lavada) of Hatchet Bay and Gary Ingraham (Dianna) of Rock Sound Eleuthera, Charles Hall Sr. of Rock Sound Eleuthera, Tressie Lynch & Family, Marilyn Knowles & Family, Antionette Lightbourn & Family, Judith Cartwright & Family, Joyann TaylorBurns & Family & Paulette Taylor & Family, Tressie Lynch, Marilyn Knowles, Antionette Lightbourn, Judith Cartwright, Joyann Taylor-Burns, Paulette Taylor; cousins: Dr. Italya-Beth Goodman, Latario, Aliece and Khan, Marine Seaman Dwayne Taylor (RBDF), Keith and Sheldira Lightbourn, Ashton Taylor, ron Taylor, Tevin Curtis, Alexandria Pratt, Arlington Brown Jr., Orville Brown, Taeshaun, Latia, Lanardo and Tavari, Aliyah and Matthew Lockridge, Latisha and Antonio Moore, Garinique and Devon Whylly, Alex Barr, Barranet, Shonet and Benjanique Lewis, Isanell and Faith Colebrook, Travia Murray, Wilton Russell Jr., Eddy and Teddy Russell, Chino, Jamal (deceased), Monique and Mindy Russell, George Colebrook, Levan Knowles, Malcolm, Simeon, Donavan and Danna Lewis, Johnequa and Anwar Gibson, Brian and Aaron Russell, Latoya, Daniel, Calvin Jr. & Tosca Mason, Bruce Jr., Harold Jr., Alphonso, Charlton Russell, Kathonia, Kathrina (Norvin) Stubbs; nieces and nephews: KeyAnna, Desranae, Alyssa, A’Gemand Jacob Taylor, Ameera and Amir Senatus, Harmony and Blessings Moss, Aiden Coleby, Acadia & Atara Lewis, DaQuesha, DaQuon, MaKaysha, NaQuausha, Jack and Jayden Francis, Ivan Russell, Bryson, Christophe; other relatives: Tressie Lynch & Family, Marilyn Knowles & Family, Antionette Lightbourn & Family, Judith Cartwright &

Family, Joyann Taylor-Burns & Family & Paulette Taylor & Family, Timothy (Yvette) Ingraham, Stephen (Marcia) Ingraham of Hollywood Florida, Stirline Morley (David) of Tarpum Bay Eleuthera, Marvin Ingraham (Patrice), Shawn Ingraham (Sandra) of Tarpum Bay Eleuthera Rhonda Pratt (Alonzo), Desmond Carey (Sharlane), Jonathan Carey (Antonia) Andrew Ingraham (Marie), Philip Ingraham (Gayle), Debbie, Richard Ingraham (Sabrina) Dianne, Dennis Ingraham, Diallo (Lashal), Dillon Ingraham, Dr. Jadethra and Leandro Ingraham, Edward Hall (Vanessa), Calderon Hall (Coco) , Marketa and Marlene Hall, Mondira Smith (Keith), Agnas, Yvonne, Tamika, Joann, Rettamae, Mary, Alrina, Movina, Roxy, Leotha, Valderine, Alfreda, Maltese, Antoinette, Pearlene, Janet, Elizabeth, Monique Tameka, Tiffany, Vantera, Justice, Junita Lewis Johnson, Joanne, Lakita, Johnette, Maxine, Minister Justina, Panchetta, Betty, Carol, Ivalene Russell, Geneve, Vanvera, Maxine, Claretta, Diana, Rose, Victoria, Bloneva Barr, Paul, Dr. Nigel and Dr. Kirk Lewis, Pastor Melvin Lewis, Milton, Rodger, Anginal, Charlton, Jerry, Reo, Tony, Edison, George, Alphonso, Paul, Jeffrey, Darron, Andrew, Craig, Donnie, Loronzo, Sam, Pastor Edward, Joe, Mark and John Grant, Otis, Sidney, Sam, Assistant Pastor Edward Marshall (Registered Nurse Erica), Steve, Michael, Peter, Jetson, Cecil Newton, Stancil, Peter Demeritte; and a host of friends: Ramon Young, Peggy Barr, Peggy Colebrooke, Frankieanne Curry, Valentino, Owenique, Melissa, Prescola, Mrs. Lorna P. Sands-Hunt, Carriemae Knowels and Family, Henry Wallace and Family, Ashley Evans, Deandra Martin, Mario, Ian, Fully, Fred, Sidney (Fishing and Hunting Buddies), The Class of 2006 North Andros High School, Russell Family, Evans Family, Newton Family, Knowles Family, Moss Family, Colebrook Family, B. A. Newton Primary School, New Salem Baptist Church Family, the entire North Andros family. Doctor’s Hospital Staff, Dialysis Unit, Nurse Natasha, Cydnique, Devette, Cheddie, Moxey, Emergency Room, Intensive Care Unit, Dialysis Unit, BAHAMAR-SLS Room Attendant Staff, and many others too numerous to mention. Please forgive us if we did not remember to mention your name; neighbors of Hill Side Park: Nathalie Ramsey and Family, Carlton Williams and Family, Pedro & Jennifer Miller, Norman and Catrice Forbes, Charles McKinney, Reginald Will & Family, Knowles & Family, The Puckering’s, Stephanie Rolle, Jipco and Antoine Thompson,

Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas on Friday, 16th May, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. -3:30 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday, 17th May, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice For Thomas Robinson Ford, 59

a resident of Turnquest Avenue, Stapleton Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

Left to cherish his fond memories are his two brothers: Garvin and Darrel Ford; two sisters: Antoinette and Lynette Ford; two nieces: Lynae and Shonalee; three nephews: Antonio Roker, Robert and Deangelo Ford and a Host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service For

Dwight Francis Major, 55 affectionately called “Worm/Dukie”

a resident of Miller’s Close off Market Street, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at at Southside Christian Int’l Church, #1 Dignity Gardens and Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Apostle Dr. C. Clifford Smith III, Sr. Pastor assisted by Prophet Dion Beneby. Cremation will follow.

He is survived by his wife: Loralee MartinMajor; children: Ramal Major, Randall Major and Ramon Major; mother: Elder Virginia Davis Miller Major; siblings & spouses: Arnold (Terry) Miller Georgia, Stephanie Weir, Keith McIntosh, Mario (Falguni) Major, (Texas) Carolyn (Elder Andrew) Richardson, Robert, Thomas, April, Julie and Randy Major; brothers and sisters-In-law: Brad Woods Sr, Donald Munroe, Curtis, Eddie Floyd, Leon and Brunell Martin, David Lewis and Charles Weir, Varnell Bowe, Stephanie, Genie, Dorothy, Shyuann and Veronique Martin, Odia (Darren) Pennerman, Pauline (Kevin) Munroe, Benjamin (Emmer) Martin, Rufus (Rosie) Martin; bonus sisters: Elder Cherilyn Munnings, Naomi & Monica Simmons, Samantha Harvey, Michelle Higgs, Antionette Moss, Fernesta Burrows and Michelle Dykins (Canada), Doreth Campbell; bonus brothers: Tyrone Glinton, Felton Rolle, Ricardo Trotman and Dennie Williams; nieces and nephews: Kameela Miller (Pennsylvania) Latoya and Sharell Williams, Caron Major, Tamara Miller (New Jersey) Cleomie Weir, Sheena (Damien) Longley, Shermaria and Mia Major (Texas) Marinique, (Ari) Prosper, Myra Allen, Shaniska Major (Florida), Jade and Felicia Major, Clarissa Miller, Sherika, Tia and Tamara Major, Mario Jr, Makil (Texas), Marlo Major (Colorado), Brad Woods Jr., Rashad Major, Arnold Miller Jr. (Washington), Shekia Miller, (New Jersey), Elvis Pierre, Charles Jr. (Michelle) Weir, Christopher Weir (Chicago), Orlando Gardiner, Demargio (Carnika) Major, (Atlanta), Raynaldo (Shirley) Young, (Hawaii), Rovan and Marvin Major, Rasean (Nicole) Musgrove-McIntosh, Stephon and Cameron Forbes, Keith and Derrick Adderley; grand nieces and grand nephews: Zhani Miller Morgan, (Pennsylvania), Ronisha Knowles, Mya Riley, Corelle Jennings, Chelsea, Raven, Bella, Camilla and Seven Weir, Royale Johnson, Brielle, Braelyn and Bryson Wood, Zara and Zhuri Longley, Sanya, Charli-Ray and Mason McIntosh, Narico Musgrove, Emari Gator, Aniyah, Kaylyn, Kaylee, Kayliah, Nanae, Rayar, and Derinae Adderley, Ombre Moss Jr., Coran Jennings Jr., Mario Major III (Texas), Jaden, O’mere and Osain Gilbert, Amari Major (Atlanta) Malik Mackey (Florida), Jamal Gaitor Jr., Avery, Ian and Eden Prosper, Christopher Weir Jr., (Chicago), Kyrylo, Kaydyn, Eastern and Edwin Adderley; uncle: Dencil Major; cousins: Don, Colyn,

Keith, Craig, Ricardo and Stanlyn Major, Ena Cooper, George Kerr, Debbie Abduliahwali, Perry Decosta, Antoinette Gibson Sharon McKenzie, Joan Sturrup-Deveaux, Tony, Kim and Dawne Sturrup, Cindy Sawyer, Kamal and Jason Major, Joey Butler and family, Tony Butler and family, Theresa Ferguson and family, Patricia Butler and family; other relatives and friends: Dr. Ruby Major and family, Dorothy Butler and family, Venus Martin & family, Arimina Bain and family, Elder Cherilyn Munnings and family, Kendria Minnis, Oscar Gilbert, Julio Mackey, Luella Trotman, Dejah Johnson, (Chicago) Denver and Levon Martin, (Bimini) Calvin and Felton Rolle, Bradley Johnson, Devane Rollins, Conray Miller, Garnet Popel, Jerry Pratt, Daniel Clarke, Nekeithro Knowles, Dino Brown, Gerald McDonald, Jojo Pratt, Ricardo Newbold, The Cove and Reef Team, The Tail Gaters Team, Sandy Shores family, The Trotman family, The Martin family, The Cox family, The Horton family, The Miller family, Theophilus Martin and family, Denver Martin and family, Devon Martin and family, Emmaline Richardson, The Newbold Street family, The Smiths family, Sheral Mash and family. Special Thanks and appreciation are extended to: Apostle Dr. C. Clifford Smith and Dr. Judy L. McIntosh-Smith and the Southside Christian Church family, Elders- Cherilyn Munnings, Carolyn Bethel, Patricia Clarke and Monique Forbes, New Hope Baptist Church family, Honorable Leonardo Lightbourne M.P., North Andros and the Berry Islands. The Family sincerely apologizes for any names invertedly omitted or missed spelt.

The viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue on Friday, May 16, 2025 from 10:00 noon to 4:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 9:30am to service time.

Death Notice For

Bishop R/ASP Theophilus Floyd Bonaby Sr., 65

a resident of Chase Avenue and formerly of Dumfries, Cat Island, Bahamas died at The Bahamas Heart Center on Tuesday May 6, 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Christine Bonaby, daughters: Latisha Davis, Lashanta Smith, Lakeina Cambridge, Crisca Bonaby, Tia Jean, Terrell and TeNiyah Bonaby, 3 sons-in-law, 14 grandchildren and a host of other family and relatives.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Roscoe Osborne Thompson, 70 affectionately called “Scoe”

a resident of Baldwin Avenue, Farrington Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on (TODAY) Thursday, May 15th, 2025 at St. Agnes Anglican Church Baillou Hill Road. Venerable Keith N. Cartwight assisted Rev. Father Howard L. Bethel will officiate. Interment will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery Nassau Street.

He was predeceased by his ather: Carelton; niece: Rickelda Wood.

Left to cherish in his precious memories are his wife: Irma Thompson; mother: Marjorie Thompson; brothers: Alphonso Dupuch and Rodwell Thompson; sister: Elizabeth Thompson-Ferguson; step children: Sonia Walkine and Family, Janet Walkine-Lees and Family, Thimothy Walkine and Family; aunts: Vylma Thompson and Pamela Thompson; nephews: Antiono and Ian Dupuch, Theo Ferguson; niece: Seri Douglas/Thompson; grandnephews: Antiono Dupuch Jr. and Jarah Dupuch; grandnieces: Antionia Dupuch, Keshann Dupuch and Breya Babbs; cousins: Particia Wells and Family, Kenneth Walcott and Family, Antionette Storr and Family, Sonia Rutherford and Family, Jeffrey Walcott and Famiy, The Late Theophilus Thompson and Family, Fayne Thompson and Family, Elizabeth Thompson and Family, Cuzson Thompson and Family, Jeome Thompson, Camilla Cheong and Family, Kystal Thompson and Family, Tracey Thompson, Milo Butler II and Family, Bernadette Butler, Godwin Butler and Family, Jevon

Butler, Assistant Commissioner Of Police Earl Andrew Thompson and Family, Dion Thompson and Family, Darvinia Thompson and Family, Patria Thompson and Family, Chief Superintendent Christlyn Skippings and Family, Brett Kemp, Demetriue Kemp, Arlette Kemp- Pennerman and Family, Danielle Kemp, Sherryann Kemp, Anthony and Carol Knowles and Family, Bernadette Clabourne and Family, Garred Thompson, Troy Thompson and Family, Lathera Demeritte and Family, David Deaveaux and Family, Jan, Kquinton Nicey, Anita, Bonnie and Family, Minister Violet Thompson and Family, Lorriane Edgecombe and Family; other relatives and friends; special friend and Children: Yvette Styles Christopher, Alisa And Rashad Williams, Martinique Nixon, Alexandria Gain, Michael Crier Secret Williams, Lynishkha and Brian Wilson, John Blyden and Family, Bob Miller and Family, The Knowles Family, The Blyden Family, The Ellis Family, The Wright Family, The Baldwin Avenue and Farrington Road Families, Ministry Of Works Family, special thanks to: Dr. Wells, Dr. Moss and the staff of Male Medical Ward #1 at Princess Margaret Hospital.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at the Church (TODAY) from 10:00 a.m. to service time.

Arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME INDEPENDENCE DRIVE.

Kenneth Kyle Bain, 32 affectionately called “KB”

a resident of Yamacraw Close, who died on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 at Vision Of Hope Cathedral Yamacraw. Bishop Kirk Smith will officiate. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens John F. Kennedy Drive and Gladstone Road.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 from 10:00-6:00 p.m. and at the Church on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to service time.

Funeral Service For

Retired Teacher

Virginia Blooming Neilly, 80 affectionally called “Mom” “Aunt Virge”

a resident of #24 Infant View Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of the Bluff, North Eleuthera, Bahamas, who died on Thursday, 1 May, 2025 at her residence, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 at Holy Spirit Anglican Church, Howard Street, Chippingham. Canon Crosley Walkine assisted by Canon Harry Ward will officiate. Interment will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery, Nassau Street.

Virge was predeceased by her beloved husband Edward “Boding Neely; parents and 8 of her 9 siblings.

Left to cherish her memories are her beloved children Nicoya and Vincent; sister: Gloria (Edmund) Strachan; sister/cousin: Jacqueline Knowles; sister-in-law: Florene (Flo) Neely; nieces: Marion (Franklyn) Carter; Grace (Japheth) Darling; Murie (Clyde) Seymour; Gaye Huyler; Eugenia Curry; Albertha (Dewitt) Edgecombe: Jennifer (Nelson) Bastian; Melrose (Bishop Cedric) Albury; Oceilia Williams; Linda Neely; Faye (Brister) Johnson; nephews: Samuel Johnson, Gerald (Camille), Jack (Carolyn), Emmet (Bridget), Gregory (Yvette), Bishop Simeon (Evelyn) Stuart, Glen Neely, Garth Strachan, Dwayne Neely, Greg, Larry and Jeffrey Lawrence, Rev. Wellington Johnson; grandnieces and grandnephews: Denekia, Delano David and Darren Carter; Dr. Vashti (Dramon) Darville; Simone Darling; Crystal (Enrico) Bethel; Ebony (Shadrian) Rolle, Ambrosine (Bently) Higgs, Anastarcia (Carlos) Palacious; Hilary Huyler II, Latonya (Danny) Wade, Wellington (Sydney) Johnson Jr., Nadia, Melissa and Gerald Stuart Jr., LaShondra (Elliott) Albury, Alexis Stuart, Embri (Brian) Kamau, Ebony Stuart, Delicia and Tabitha Stuart, Dewitt Edgecombe Jr., Malia Williams, Lynae (Alex) Thompson, Amanda (Khino) Ferguson, Bria Johnson and Kyle Neely, Tateka McCollough, Lawrence Lily, Shameka and Shane Cotton; sisters and children of her heart: Halson Hudson, Willimae Albury, Dr. Davianne Cartwright, Travis Thompson, Steve Malcolm, Dremeco Heastie, Terry Sainville, Virgil Blanc and Saffron Augustine; numerous great-grandnieces, nephews and cousins, including: Kim Knowles, Gia (Austin) Walker, Dr. Ann (Jason) Gilchrist; Mildred Fox, Maryann Nottage, Sherman Moss, Rita Moss, Sean Moss; Judy Watkins, Debra Deal, Eardly, Robert and Hugo Barry, Greta McCollough, the family of the late Artis Neely; Lily Albury, the descendants of Wilson and Albert Barry, Zoe Galanis and family, Louise Maycock and family, the family of the late Florence Higgs; Matthew, Mary and Michael Sweeting; Rev. Canon Harry (Juliette) Ward, the descendants of Viscount and Alec Ward; Jean Newry, Alva Coakley,

Carolyn Miller, Carlis Chisholm and Kathrine March, Alice Neymour, the family of the late Mary Stuart; Freddie Johnson and family, the families of the late Wealthy Winters, Adrella Knowles and Zerline Newton and Vandolyn Sands; Barbara, Wendal and Richard Pedican, Lynn Kelly; the children of the late Mary Hudson and Iona Stubbs; Angela Simmons; numerous godchildren, including: Brenda Dorsett, Margaret Parks, Wendy Rolle, Ena Gibson-Celus; Timothy Gibson, Kendal Neely, Colin Saunders, Carolyn Neely, Carolyn Hepburn, Renald Albury, Arnold Heastie, Sr., Craig Bain, and many, many others; other relatives and friends including: Theodocia Dorsett and family, Paulette (Lou) Sands and family, Margaret Saunders and family, Mabel Gibson and family, Rev. Freddie Kelly, Miriam Knowles, Sandra Newton, Sherry Neely, the family of the late Lula Albury, the family of the late Samuel (Pa Sammy) Neely, Rexford and Edna Neely, Perry and Rosie Neilly, Berlin Elden, the family of the late Carl Stuart, Lyman Neely, Jackie and Lerenda Cash, Emmerson Hudson, the staff of Automated Services, Sharon Fernander, Elizabeth Taylor, Kennice Burrows, Deborah Gibson, Sherece Pratt, Annamae Neely, Olivia Smith, Raquel Albury, Glenda LaRoda, Rev. Fr. Neil Nairn, Canon Crosley Walkine, Elizabeth Grant and the Pastoral Care Ministry, the Media Crusaders and staff of Holy Spirit Anglican Church, the Church family of St. Paul’s Anglican Church, the entire Bluff Community, Dr. Isla Grant-Taylor and Dr. Fredrick Smith.

To all the relatives and friends, too numerous to mention, we apologize if your name may have been omitted; please know that it was not intentional. Mom, “Miss Virge” “Aunt Virge” “Teacher,” loved you all and we express our heartfelt appreciation for all the love shown to her

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on Friday from 11:00-6:00 p.m. and at the Church Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to service time.

Death Notice For

Doral Louise Barry Larrimore, 86

of Jamaica Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Lower Bogue and Harbour Island, Eleuthera died at the Princess the Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, May 7, 2025

She is survived by her son: Arthur Kim Barry Jr.; daughters: Almaine (Comarcho), Lowaine McKenzie (Leslie), Vangynell Horton (Eugene), Lisa Butler (Yorick) and Peachie Barry; sister: Ruth Cash; sister-in-law: Brenetta Mae Laramore-Johnson; numerous grands and great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOM, and will be announced at a later date.

Death Notices for Phanas Dorgeron, 53

A resident of Peardale, New Providence, Bahamas, formerly from Gros-Morne, Haiti, died at Medical Center Beraca, La Pointe, Haiti, on Saturday, May 10th, 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Janette Dorgeron; Children: Fanette, Fanouse, Erika, Maliea,Wikendy, James Dorgeron; Nephews: Stevenson, Faguenson, Techler, Richardson, Lorvenske, Kenny, Benchley, Benji, Mathew, Jean Baptiste, Jose, Reinhard; Nieces: Anicette, Stephanie, Francisca, Niniz, Loveneka, Evanise, Bella, Sasha, Widfaïka, Evadson, Wilinski, Timadame; Sisters: Martide, Verode, Clenide, Micheline, Marie, Ivana; Brothers: Evanes, Alkin, Iliner, Ive; Sisters-in-law: Marie, Trazina, Soirinette; Brothers-in-law: Exante, Tesnel, Francis; Son In-law: Leroy Clarke; Grandchildren: Amiyah Clarke, Garidson, Galenski, Mykeldjy, Dyesmi; Uncles: Michelet Petithomme, Kwayandie; Aunts: Madame Evilien, Madame Farilise, Madame Kwayandie, Madame Betehien, Madame Choule; Cousins: Zima & Mary Telus, Ginette, Luckner, Kaynell, Zianne Tiyanne, Nesia, Tine Telus, Ginette, Kaynell, Clotide, Dergiline, Lisianie, Jilbert, Naderge, Timarie and Inertia, Madame Jo, Bayoner, Godner, Elna, Gerna, Roseney, Miliane, Bayloner, Elna, Joanes, Nerner, Sandet, Mikerlange, Izland, Igober, Tibert,

Nerner, Sandet, Mikerlange, Selites, Thomas, Mernalas, Fanel, Rosny, Wilbert, Efanette, Kirby, Iceline, Solen, Gerta. Friends and family: Estelia Duverne mother of Erika & Wikendy Dorgeron, Maudelyn Joseph mother of Maliea Dorgeron, Leonce family, Etienne family, Jean Charles family, Marcellus family, Jean family, Saintil family, Dossin Clarke and family, Duverne family, Jannot Marc and family, Paulette, Founa, Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd. Staff, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Elikene Dumeus, 56

A resident of Malcolm Road, Nassau, Bahamas, formerly from Portde-Paix, Haiti died at his residence on Monday, May 12th , 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Irma Zila Dumeus; children: Evner Dumeus, Paul Wedson Dumeus, and Necha Vanetha Dumeus; brother: Ericot Dumeus; Sisters: Rosemanie Dumeus, Islande Dumeus and Dieuline Dumeus, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Rest on Funeral Chapel Limited

Death Notice for Marie Maude Louissaint, 51

A resident of Mantol Street, Nassau, Bahamas and formerly from Cap-Haitien, Haiti, died at her residence on Monday, May 12th, 2025.

She is survived by her Daughter: Martine Loussaint. Grandson: Damir Forbes. Brothers: Ismick Loussaint, Ronel Louissaint and Jerry Jean. Sister: Madeleine Jean. Sisters-in-law: Sandra Jean Pierre, Nyema and Ashley. Nieces: Maleka Rolle, Ashanae Mackey, Jayla Jean, Jerrelle Jean, Janaya Jean, Sky Bethel and Jasmine Jean. Nephews: Jeremy Jean, Amari Mackey, Seventeen Jean, Jerrin Jean, Nyline Bethel; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd.

Death Notice For

Cynthia Ethel Finley-Major,76 affectionately called Anna”

of Jacaranda Street, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of John Millars South, Eleuthera, Bahamas died had her residence on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025.

Left to cherish her loving memories are her husband: Whitfield Major; 4 sons: Kirk, Duran, Dereck Jr. and Quincy Finley; 1 daughter: Deidre Finley-Shaw; 8 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; 3 sisters; 2 brothers; numerous nieces and nephew & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Funeral Service For

Janesta Alexis Butler, 34

will be held at Deliverance Faith Ministries, Wemyss Bight, Eleuthera, Bahamas on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Earnest Sweeting assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Green Castle Pulblic Cemetery, Green Castle, Eleuthera, Bahamas.

She is survived by her mother: Janet Butler-Miller; father: James Spence; children: Kevandra, Mariah, Eric, Erica, Alex and Devon; brothers: John Jr., Valentino, Deangelo, Justin Butler, James, Ishmael, Jamal, Justin and Reshad Spence; sisters: Kristin Shantia and Latia; aunts: Josephine, Joan, Patsy Morley, Sheila Sands, Annismae Curtis, Isamae Morley, Tamika, Hilary, Roslyn, Linda, Veronica and Catherine; uncles: Gerard, Bishop Earnest Sweeting; Bernard Morley, Alvin, Andre, Antonio, William and Albert; nieces: Ava, Laneya, Layla and Lily; nephews: Kyrie, Kayden, Justin Spence Jr.; cousins: Jamal, Cadero, Anthea (Rissa), Paulamae, Obie, Dennis, Deidre, Rodrick, Shonel, Melissa, Anissa, Leonardo, Cameron, Daniesha, Kayshawn, Lamar, Jasmine, Dwayne, Elton, Ethan, Ryleigh, Lashara, Chole, Darrenique, Devon Jr., Liam, Deangelo Jr., DeAndre, Diazio, Raneisha, Raniqua, Kendira, Pastor Shameka Morley, Cindy, Steve, Sandy, Leonardo Jr., Nevaeh, Karen, Crystal, Kimberly, Lavardo, Thorn, Raquel, Tamika, Shavorne, Cameron Jr., Sariah, Latheise, Caritta, Carrington Jr., Tracy, Quincy,

Jenelsa, Roylee, Monique (Kayla), Terry Treco, Alphonso, Herlena, Diamond (Angel), Betty Hall, Prophet Philip Miller, Michelle, Grace and Olivia; special friends: Ralph Kelly, Samantha Oliver (deceased), Philippa Hepburn, Nurse Angela Thompson, Melissa Thompson, Shervin Mackey, Ramon Ferguson, Jamie Jolly, Eulease Thompson and Roslyn Morley; numerous other relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay there last respects at the church in Eluthera on Friday at 2:00pm until service time.

Death Notice For Rosemary Curtis, 77

of Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at her residence.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Death Notice For Elisnor Aly, 63

of Kool Acres, New Providence, Bahamas died on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Death Notice For

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Memorial Service For

Captain Cecil Stephen Fawkes, 64

of Hatteras Point, Matthew Town, Inagua, Bahamas will be held a St. Agnes Anglican Church, Lewis Street and Baillou Hill Road & Cockburn Street, New Providence, Bahamas on Friday, May 16th, 2025 at 5:00pm. Officiating will be The Venerable Archdeacon Keith Cartwright.

He was pre-deceased by his parents: Cecil & Dora Fawkes; 3 sisters: Peggy Lee-Kay Fawkes, Donna Mae Fawkes Grant and Blondie Fawkes.

Left to cherish his memories are his beloved wife: Patty Fawkes; son: Kimario Fawkes; three daughters: Keva Fawkes, Kristian Fawkes and Kuann Roberts; son-in-law: Donovan Roberts; daughter-in-law: Jannell Bazurto; adopted sons: Deon Stewart and Cristian Ynias (Ler Ler); grandchildren: Kya Johnson, Kyomi Fawkes, Kymme McIntosh, Sora Fawkes and River Roberts; one brother: Perry Fawkes Sr.; four sisters: Julie Smith, Debra Cartwright, Audrey Mortimer and Jennifer Cartwright; brothers-in-law: Daren, Robert, Andrew, Peter, Mack, Bryan, James, Antonious and Nelson; sisters-in-law: Sherill, Eunice, Lois, Lisa, Kendra, Rosalie, Kellie-Ann and Chrystal; forty nieces and nephews including: Monique (Jordan), Nakesha (Anthony), Charles Jr., John (Yvette), Julianna, Morris (Kayla), Maurice (Shannon), Rodney, Antholenio, Wendrika (Adrian), Wendell, Darvin (Deidre), Diego (Antoinette), Dymal (Asiea), Dorian, Perry Jr., Perniqua (Sherlycia), Perontay, Jazmain, Jade (Colyn), Jamie, Brittany, Petia (Spurgeon), Perez, Perron, Peyton, Eunique, Eureeka, Enrique, Karrell, Kaden, Nicholas, Adam, David, Daniel, Kevin, Kayla, Karah, Joshua and Jessie; forty grandnieces and grandnephews including: Devin, Kylie, Ajeyah, Neela, Noemi, Aviah, Wendell Jr., Waylen, Charvaz, Ayden, Jonathan, Cassidy, Camden, Aybri, Dycari, Drew, Dylan, Harrison, Journey, Ja’antje, Jamir, JaVae, Akiyah, Ahkeem, Damonte, Damoni, Giavonni, Maria, Kyürí, Sheena, Jathen, Ki-Ani, Kiara, Kiano, Kianté, Spurgeon Jr., Seth, Shaddai, Karmair, and Berlande; numerous godchildren and a host of other relatives and dear friends, including: Selwyn Seymour, Ted Miller, David Barr, Patrick Wilson, Kim, Eric, Michael Baker, Ishmael Smith, Ivy, Joyce, Lottie, Roderick, Carolyn Capron, Mark Fox and Family, Shanta, Janaki, Mitch Fawkes, Dancia, Denise, Jeffery, Sabrina & Eric Protic, Dr. Keith Rivers, Mario Simms, Nixon, Gordon and Juletta Cartwright, Gloria, Lucy Hamilton, and the people of Great Inagua . If we have inadvertently omitted any names, please know it was not intentional. This has been a deeply emotional journey, and we are grateful to all who stood with us, near and far, during this time of loss. Your love and presence have meant more than words can express.

May his soul rest in Eternal Peace.

79 of #25 Saffron Street, Pinewood Gardens announces her transition who passed on Wednesday, May 14th, 2025 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

Mourning her passing are her Sons and their Wives: Delano qnd Tricetta Small, and Pastor Stephen and Sheba Rolle.

Grandchildren: Dion Darling, Kristanique and Stephanique Rolle, Keyshan Rolle, D’Andre Small, Azhariah Small, Keyanna Rolle, Keiyara Rolle, Gabriel Small and Zechariah Small.

Other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to CLARKE’S FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM.

Funeral service will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Retired Chief Corrections Officer

Raymond Ormond Smith, 71 affectionately called “Bargo”

of Free Town Lane, off Shirley Street, will be held on Friday, May 16th, 2025 at 11:00 am at Mount Nebo Union Baptist Church, Marshall Road, South Beach. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Charles E. Rolle, assisted by Associate Ministers. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive.

He is pre-deceased by his Mother: Geraldine Smith née Davis, Father: Orman Smith; (2) Sons: Lorenzo Smith and Ormando Rolle.

Left to cherish his memories are his, Son: Raymond Hector Smith Daughters: Lesha Rolle, Shantel Smith & Georgetta GordonEtienne; Adopted Sons: Clevland Davis Sr, Kevin Wright Sr. & Felix Rolle J; Extended Daughters: Tammey Rolle-Hart & Krystal Rolle; Extended Sons: Andrew “Blu” Johnson, Dillion Rolle Sr., Byron Gordon; Sisters: Evelyn Whylly of Greencastle, Eleuthera, Yvonne Smith & Lovely Davis-Hanna; Extended Brothers: Govin Gilbert & Leo Johnson; Daughters-in-law: Shanna Deveaux-Smith & Vernie Wright; Sons-in-law: Harry Hart & Phase Etienne; Grandchildren: Raveen, Rain, River, Raydin, Rayjin, Rayjah Smith, Tamia Williams, Ramardo Armaly, Sh’ron, Shilow & Phashano Eietinne, Dillion Rolle Jr., Devaughn Rolle and Lochan, Burrows, Keva, Kevin Jr., Keno, Kevon, Lakeira & Kobe Wright; Special Friend: Ellen Gordon; Nieces and Nephews: Julie Richards, Michelle Brown, Keisha Morley, Tandra Morley, Anishka Morley, Fabian, Brian, Eddie Sr., Edwin Davis; Grand-Nieces and Grand-Nephews: Tameka, Sonia, Juanita, Shalinqua, Krizia, Demetria, Craig Jr., Greg, Cradesha, Jada, Broneka, Aaliyah, Jahrica, Makayla, Fabian Jr., Alex, Terrance, Chavante, Breion, Brandawn, Ian, Justice, Brianne, Eddie Jr., Caronique, Keishawn, Kyron, Edrinique, Paige, Shantano Davis, Charlise Davis & Cleara Davis, Clevand Davis Jr., Maliko Davis & Latiesha Davis; Cousins: Edith Huyler & Family, Johnny Butler & Family, Gene Rahming & Family, Mary Ann Curtis & Family, Dorothy Roberts & Family, Aldora Curtis & Family, Helena Morley, Jackie Curtis & Family, Nathalee Curtis & Family, Prince Rahming. Other relatives & family include: Linda Marshall & Family, Eloise Rolle & Family, Rena Adderley & Family, Joyce, Linda Dean, Carol Brice & Family, Brunso, Edroy Rolle & Family,

Terry Rolle & Family, Gary Rolle & Family, Bishop Anthony & Overseer Sharon Nairn, Betty Rolle, Hermis Rolle, Trevor Rolle & Family, Brian McPhee & Family, Guion Wallace & Family, Lorena Fritz & Family, Charles Burns & Family, Leonta Butler & Family, Kayla Tinker-Deleveaux, Linda Dames & Family, Gentry Kellman, Kyshana Higgs, Elliott Rolle, Ashley Rolle-Forbes & Family, Cleo Bowe, Donna Rolle & Family, Aiden Burrows, Hilbert Richards & Family of Greencastle, Eleuthera, Ella Clarke, Mark Darville, Debbie Evans, Rev. Egleton Brown & Family, Robert Wells, Arlene & Darlene Smith & Family of Freetown Lane, Andrea Price & Family, The Management & Staff Of Bahamas Information Services, The Band Club of Sutton Street, The Department of Corrections, Sutton Street Family, Lyon Road Family, St. Margaret Road Family, Freetown Lane Family, St. Bede’s Church, The New Luck Club, The New Unity Family and a host of other relatives and friends and many others too numerous to mention.

The body will repose in the Blessed Redeemer Chapel at Ferguson’s Funeral Directors, 7th Terrace, Collins Avenue on Thursday (TODAY) from 12 noon - 5: 00 p.m. and at the church on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice For John Alfred Wright Sr., 77

of #194 Cowpen Road, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

He is survived by his Children: John Alfred Wright Jr., Kipkeino N. Wright (Gahnise) & Joneka A. Wright (Ralph); Grand children: Dion, Jade, D’Angelo, Tavia, Carter, Andrick, Rashard, Keyanna, Khari, Renajah & Reneyah Lewis, Breon Saunders; Sisters: Barbara Wright, Ekeanor Heild, Gail Johnson (Chester), Deann Arnett (Keith) & Mildred Curry; Brothers: Patrick (Rhonda) Wright, Godfrey (Lydia) Wright, Kendall (Tanya) Wright & Craig Wright; Sisters-in-law: Rocelia (Glen deceased) Wright; and a host of other relatives and friends including Rosemary Wright-Burton, Angria Woodley; and many others too numerous to mention.

Funeral arrangements will announced at a later date.

Funeral Services For

Christine Hattiemae Smith, 62

of Windsor Lane, New Providence, Bahamas who died on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, 10:30am at First Baptist Church, Market Street. Officiating will be Rev. Diana Francis assisted by other Ministers. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Left to cherish her memory and build on her legacy are her loving husband: Eric “Two-Peas”Smith Sr.; children: Cherelle Clarke (Dwight), Tamara Simms, Racquel Burrows, Eric Smith Jr. and Sophia Rolle (adopted); grandchildren: Shacara & Shadea Clarke, Jamal Johnson, Jayden Davis and Samyah Rolle; adopted grandchildren: Felicia, Trustin and Cierra; great grandson: Khari Thompson; siblings: Queenie Butler-Barry (Charles), Deborah Bodie (Don), Retired Nurse Barbara Minus, James Bodie( Stephanie), Lemark Bodie, Dollie Rahming, Leotha, Shanetta, Levi & Mario Thompson; aunt: Idella Wilson; sister & brothers-inlaw: Creswell Knowles (Gladys), Eleanor Knowles, Martha Smith, Mary Mackey (Rupert), Faye Saunders (Cedric); nieces and nephews: Utha Butler-Josey (Pedro), Latario Butler (Alicia Butler), Charlene & Trevor (Heather) Barry, Latoya Bodie, Lakysha Bodie-Newman (Quinston), Cassandra Bethel (Des), Vincent & Inspector 2854 Rico Thompson, Lakera Fox (Angello), Tomiko Culmer, Tevia, Kendra, Prosper Jr. and Tevin (Savannah) Minus, Romeika Harris, Leading Seaman Carrington Bodie, Lashanda Martinez Liriano (Juan), Andrea Clarke (Kevin), Daniel Rahming (Marty), Deano Rahming (Shekinah), Denerro Rahming (Victoria), Deko, Dexter & Deanna Rahming, Reio Thompson, Deidre, Tangy, Branden and Delisa Stuart, Cindy, Chrissy, Sean, Bertrum, Printano, Dominick, Rod Rahming, Antoine, Nancy & Natasha Astwood, Catrina Fowler, Jessica Ferguson, Samantha Clarke, Desiree Mackey, Romeo, Norine & Jermaine Smith, Antneal Pinder, Charla Douglas, Toya Kemp, Creswell Knowles, Samantha, Cedric, Faith & Michael Saunders; cousins: Cecile, Linda, Betty, Vanessa, Leonardo, Duri, Insworth, Greco & Marcell Wilson, Kyri Hamilton, Loletta Johnson, Sonia Wright and Stephen Bailey; countless grandnieces and nephews, great grandnieces & nephews, cousins, spiritual sons and daughters, friends and community members who felt the warmth of her light and the strength of her prayers, such as: Rev. Dianna Francis and Members of The First Baptist Church, The Cox Family, Ceciley Jones and Family, Nathaniel & Tanya Curry and family, Oral & Wilma Jones and Family, Dale Davis Shakera Curry, The Windsor Lane West Community, the administration & staff of the Princess Margaret Hospital, staff of The Central Food Store, The Staff of The Anglican Diocese, The Staff Of The Community Bakery, the staff of Super Value Foodstore, East Street.

Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 9:30 am until service time.

Memorial Service For Diannah Adora Darville, 82

of Roses, Long Island, Bahamas who died on Sunday, April 27, 2025, will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, Robinson Road, New Providence, Bahamas on (TODAY) Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Officiating will be Fr. Jay Cartwright.

Funeral Service For Diannah Adora Darville, 82

of Roses, Long Island, Bahamas who died on Wednesday, April 27, 2025 will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, Hamilton’s, Long Island on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Fr. Andrew Bernady assisted by Catechist Paul Cartwright. Interment will follow in Holy Trinity Catholic Church Cemetery, Tait’s, Long Island. Diannah Adora Darville was predeceased by her parents: Olden & Daisy Dean; husband: Kenneth Darville; son: Ernest Turnquest; daughter: Nancy Cooper.

Cherished memories will always linger in the hearts of her loving family her son: Timothy Darville; grandsons: Delaeno Darville of New Jersey, USA, Jaran, Zhivargo and Kayden Darville; adopted daughters: Lakesha Lloyd and Nairoshee Roberts of Texas, USA; adopted son: Marshall Hall; grandchildren: Delyncia and Delaeno Darville Jr. of New Jersey, USA, Colinia and Alyssa Dean and Jamil-Ali Carroll; brothers: Hewitt Dean of Cat Island and David (Daphne) Dean; sisters: Marguerite Bain, Deborah Stuart, Elva (Thomas) Hanchell of Freeport, Queenie (Obadiah) Ferguson and Alfreda Dean; nieces: Dale (Ossie) Greene, Tanya (Sheldon) Jones Sr., Cherese (Brenford) Henfield, Aneka (Roberto Sr.) Lamour, Domicia Bain-Hepburn, Elvina Williams of Minneapolis, USA and Sanchetta (Leroy) Pinder of Fort Lauderdale, Fla; nephews: Earl Webb of Cat Island, Edwin Dean, Dwight Newbold, Hewitt Jr. (Angie) Dean of Exuma, Olden

‘Ricky’ Dean Sr. of Cat Island, Roscoe Dean of Cat Island, Kenu “Kenny” (Sharon) Dean of Cat Island, Stanford “Peanut” (Apollonia) Dean, Martin [Dorine] Dean of Freeport, Venito (Keva) Bain, Ricardo Stuart, Aciel (Tarah) Stuart and Omar Ferguson; grand nieces & nephews: Deane Newbold (Aleana Breau), Trevenaya (Wyatt Stubbs) Shanquel (John) Beata (Roc), Taylor Danielle, and Sheldon Jones Jr., Tanisha (Tristan Davis), Keria and Keyanya Dean of Exuma, Onivea and Olden Dean Jr. of Cat Island, Roshanique (Malik), Destiny, Jaden, and J’Kan Dean, Kenia Dean, Roberto Jr., Andrinique and Revonne Lamour, Stanford Jr. and Angelique Dean, Marniqua, Matavia and Mateo Dean of Freeport, Samantha Hepburn of New York and Sammeka Hepburn, Venet and Kason Bain, Ronin Stuart, Chacantila Stuart (Simplicity Duncombe) of Andros and Brandon Stuart, Kashmir & Kyan Missick of Minneapolis, USA, Saniya Swain of Atlanta, GA. Levi and Leangelo Pinder; godchildren: Patrick Darville, Shantia and Shanell Cartwright; caregiver: Georgia Rolle; other relatives and friends: Inez Major, Frank Dean and Family, Cecil Dean, Colin Dean, Paul Cartwright & Family, Eric Darville, Derek Darville, Arthenell “Ackie” Dean, Erica Darville, Freeman Dean, Roy Dean and family, Jacqueline Darville, Vernita Taylor, Leslie and Susan Cartwright, Craig & Shirel Cartwright,Andrew Cartwright, Matthias Cartwright, Bernet Cartwright and Family, Bernard Martinborough and Family, Daniel Dean, Shakera Coakley, Terecita Major & Family, Nicole Watson, Thomas Dean and Family, Hezekiah Dean and Family, Ruth Johnson, Naomi Devaney, Sherry Smith and Family, Lesa Roberts and Family, Judy Major-Ferguson, Esper and Elias Major, James Darville, Sister Mary Benedict, Ancil Pratt and Family, Vincent Pratt and Family, Ivy Dean, Delores Edgecombe and Family, Lucy Watson and Family, Mazel Turnquest and Family, Margaret Albury and Family, Catherine Forbes, Elnora Major, Joshua Major and Family, Alton Major and Family, Carlos Major and Family, Marvin Major and Family, Jim Major, Frank Cartwright, Herbert Cartwright and Family, Leviticus Cartwright and Family, Albert Cartwright, Clifford Cartwright, Preston Cartwright and Family, Helena Cartwright-Seymour and Family, Theresa CartwrightHiggs and Family, Cheryl Cartwright, Lenora Cartwright-Bethel, Larrishka Gardiner, Alice Johnson, Bridget Lightbourn, Sharon Roberts, Staff of Rowdy Boys, Staff of Female Medical II of PMH, Staff of Female Surgical I, Dr. Johnson, Dr. Major, Dr. Nottage, Dr. Dean of Long Island, Dr. Lockhart, The Dean and Cartwright Family, the entire community of Long Island specifically Roses in the South, Fr. Jay Cartwright, Deacon Vincent Mungai and the members of Holy Family Catholic Church and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Please note that any omissions were not intentional. The family is grateful for the impact each of you had on her life.

Viewing will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, Hamilton’s, Long Island on Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to service time.

Arrangements by Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, #103 Mt. Royal Ave. & Talbot Street, New. Providence, The Bahamas.

Berkley James Kerr, 38

a resident of Walnut Street, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 17th, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at the Voice Of Deliverance Church, Deliverance Way, Malcolm Allotment. Officiating will be Bishop Eldon Scott assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in the Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road.

Left to cherish his memories are his mother: Brenda Wilson-Scott; step father: David Scott; adopted father: Wendell Miller; daughter: Jordynn Kerr; brothers: Kelson Rolle and Kareem Miller; sisters: Donna Wilson and W/PC 4431 Angel Miller; nephews: Raquan Rolle and Anfernee Beneby; niece: Kelisa Rolle; uncles: Douglas Wilson, Pastor Garth Fynes JP, George and Gregory Munroe; aunts: Lee Meadows, Alice Fynes, Christine Wilson, Nadine and Marguerite Munroe, Nesline Wallace, Gurtrude Daxon, Petrona and Glendina Wilson and Sharon Thompson; numerous cousins: The Moss Family, The Wallace Family, The Daxon Family, The Fynes Family, The Brown Family, The Munroe Family, The Forbes Family, The Wilson Family; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Ghandi Walker and Family, The Scott Family, Devon Mcphee, The South Andros Community and The Pinewood Gardens Community.

Friends may pay their respects at Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street on Friday, 16 May, 2025 from 11:00a.m. to 5:00p.m and at the church on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 10:00 a.m to service time.

Death Notice For Philip Saunders, 72

of Kenya Avenue, Flamingo Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, May 10, 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Hilda Saunders; daughters: Philippa Cooper (Carlin), Kenrissa Saunders and Tamika Carey (Corey); sons: Henry Saunders (Chakia) and Wayne Brennen; brother: Wellington Bridgewater; sisters: Patrice Cooper, Laura Saunders, Ena Knowles, Pandora Saunders and Anna St. Jean; grandchildren: Justin Johnson, Destiny, Canaan and Joshua Cooper, Daniel Evans, Serenity Saunders and Coraneka Carey; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.

Funeral / Memorial Services For

Deacon Leona Elizibeth Rodgers J.P., 75 affectionately called “MAR”

of Ontario Canada and formerly of Bamboo Town, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 17th, 2025, 10:00a.m at New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Baillou Hill Road South, New Providence, Bahamas. Officiating will be Rev.Dr. Alfred Stewart assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Ebenezer Methodist Church Cemetery, East Shirley Street.

He is survived by her beloved daughter: Donella Raquel Rodgers, (Christopher Hanna); grandchildren: Sasha Cleare Mitchelle (Eltino Mitchelle), Dashann Rodgers, Sarah and Summer Jones & Christa Victoria Hanna; great grandchilren: Eltino Mitchelle Jr. & D’Cairo Spence; sisters: Betty Young, Laura Knowles, Judy Colebrooke & Cheryl Cox; brothers: Charles and Patrick Colebrooke; sisters-in-law: Babara & Carolyn Rodgers, Marva Cleare & Marcia Neymour; brothers-inlaw: George & Charles Rogers, Thomas Dorsette; nieces and nephews: Farouk & Lynette Taylor, Sharad & Sharanda Young, Robert Cox, Mario Dean, Marvin & Rhena Armstrong, Joanne Gibson, Portia, Deborah & David Sears, Mark, Darrin & Keisha Rodgers, Charmaine, Perez & Chalice Rodgers, Corey, Ervin & Myles Gardiner, Lisandra, Monique, Jeffery & Warren Taylor, Francine Butler, Kendra, Michaela, Breon, Michelle, Lyntheo, Dominique & Giovanni Colebrooke, Janice, Jason & Edmund Rodgers, Kenwood, Kimberley, Shervin, Justin & Susan Kerr, Carl, Gregory, Sandra, Albert, Darren & Deidre Rodgers, Rose Richards, Marvin Mackey, Marcia, Anthon, Angela Dames, Keva & Wilton Richards; cousins: Olga Garland Of Miami Florida, Adriannna Hanna, Sydney, Terry, Don, Roy, Micheal, Bernard, Jacquline, Ginger, Jillian, Gena & Tericitta Rodgers, Hon. Wayde Watson M.P for Bain and Grants Town, Margaret and Tammy Bethel; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Masons Addition Family, Bamboo Town Community Family, The Silverwood Community, Hon. Leroy Major M.P & The Pilgrim Baptist Temple Church Family, Bishop E. Randy and Pastor. Jacquline Fraser & The Palms of Victory Ministry Church Family, Pastor Alfred & Lady Jacqueline Stewart & The New Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church Family, Pastor Cherece Evans, Apostle Brenda & Dwight Pratt & The Global Worship Church Family,Apostle George O. Fowler & Pastor Saveletta Fowler & The Final Hour Apostolic Ministries Family, Pastor Jamesson & Faith Welland Family, Ontario, Canada, Arif Siraj, Lateisha Mackey, Donyale Bradshaw, Pastor Kera Lewis, Pastor Enid Clarke, Pastor Virginia Bowleg, Shawna Clarke, Pastor Sharnez Bowleg,Elder Fredrick Bowleg , Esther Williams, The Taylor Family, The King Family, Adderley Family, The Thurston Family ,The Higgs Family ,Elaine Hall, Bernadette Braynen, Patricia Smith, Delores Archer Adderley & Family, Estella Capron & Family, Arnette Rolle & Family, Billy Dorsette and Family, Jestina Virgil, Margaret Nwankwo, Amiee Hann, Gisele Nkanza, Brenda Gibson, Shaland Allen, Monique Greenslade, Wendy Williams, Paulette Smith, Minister Chrislee Rolle, Court Reporting Staff, Joy Maycock, Justice Joyanne Ferguson. Justice Donna Newton, Justice Estelle Evans & The Staff of the Judiciary, Cheryl Ford & Family, Patricia Belle & Family, Carolyn Hanna, Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Cudney Funeral Home of Ontario, Canada, The doctors & nursing staff at both St. Catherines & Hamilton General Hospital, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, # 103 Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street on Friday, May 16th, 2025 from 11:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. and on Saturday at the church from 9:00a.m. until service time.

Death Notice For Dorothy Joyce Sands, 82

of Guinep Street, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Rock Sound, Eleuthera, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, May 8, 2025.

She is survived by her daughters: Sharon Miller (Tyrone) and Terah Strachan; son: Sherwin Johnson (Patti); sisters: Inez, Diane and Joan Sands; brothers: Arthur, Jerry and Philip Sands; grandchildren: Tyrome Miller Jr., Tiesha Miller, Shervin Johnson Jr., Sherman and Shervano Johnson and Tristan Farrington; three great grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.

Memorial Service For Dennis Adderley, 72

of Burnt Ground, Long Island, Bahamas who died on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, 10:00am at St. Mary’s Magdalene Anglican Church, Glinton’s, Long Island. Officiating will be Rev. Fr. Philip Hield assisted by the Clergy. Cremation was held. Left to cherish his memories are his three sisters: Alice (Wilbert) Taylor, Lucymae (Timothy) Adderley, Betsy Rahming and Gwendolyn Smith; two brothers: Edward (Janice) Adderley & Oscar Adderley; nieces: Tangela (Joey) Suarez, Wilma and Dora Taylor, Jessica and Lynette Rahming and Celia Adderley; nephews: Dale (Lakera) Taylor, Zane Taylor, Marvin, Timothy Jr., Job, Teron (Brittany) Adderley, Keneco and Kenton Adderley; one aunt: Miriam Adderley; numerous grandnieces and grand-nephews: Candice, Hailey, Alicia, Paige, Preliya, Keanna, Kylie, Emma, Makayla, Kinara, Lanae, Raneka, D’ann, Jenna, Timisha, Demetrius, Kenton, Carter, Ranad and Jacarie; numerous cousins and extended family also mourns his passing: Family of the late Theresa Miller, Family of the late Eva Wilson, Family of the late Queenie Adderley, Family of the late Bertrum Adderley, Family of the late Jervis Adderley, Family of the late Alice Pratt, Family of the late Ella Thompson, Family of the late Francis Pratt, Romeo & Sabrina Adderley, Allan Dixon & family, Idella Adderley & family, Sharmaine Pratt, Helena Miller, Alfreda Woodside, Rachel Moss, Hesta Williams, David Pratt, Lenox Taylor & family, Alfred & Sylvia Knowles, Wilbert & Salina Adderley, Audley & Stephanie Pratt and family and Annette Adderley. The Adderley, Pratt & Taylor families of Burnt Ground, The Staff of the Simms Community Clinic, Fr. Philip Hield and St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church, Gethsemane Baptist church family and the entire Burnt Ground Community.

Arrangements by Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, #103 Mt. Royal Ave. & Talbot Street, New Providence, The Bahamas.

Death Notice For Beverly Johnson, 56

of Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, May 9, 2025.

She is survived by her daughter: Tafazavoir Johnson; sons: Latario and Gario Fox and Derick Adderley Jr.; ten grandchildren: Garranique, Liam, Latrell and Tyrell Fox, Shavon Clarke, Eva Russell, Olsen Moss Jr., Oliayah Moss, Demiah Bain and Demetre Bain Jr.; brother: Clarence Missick, Stephen, Alexander, Charles and Alphonso Johnson,

Sidney Henfield and Brent Ingraham; sisters: Venus Longley, Renee Miller, Ellamae Davis, Selina, Antionette, Laura-Lee, Julia, Amanda, Etta-Mae and Venus; aunt: Esther Anderson; uncles: Ernest and Daniel Duncombe; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.

Death Notice For Corey Juan Carey, 45

of Great Britain Drive, Flamingo Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Tamika Carey; one daughter: Coraneeka Carey; mother: Prissa Carey; one brother: William Carey; numerous aunts and uncles and other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.